I love me a low-budget horror movie. No, wait, let me rephrase that. I love me a cool low-budget horror movie. A horror flick needn’t have a big Hollywood budget to draw my attention, and “Skinwalkers” doesn’t have a big budget from the looks of it, but director Jason Isaacs seems to have gotten the most out of it. Two things that indicates this is the kind of movie that will look good on DVD but not so much on the big screen: obviously bad actors and a kind of “where’s the common sense?” script. Yes, I can tell both those things from the trailer. But hey, it looks pretty damn good, with plenty of werewolf and supernatural action, gunplay, and hot chicks involved in gratuitous sex scenes. Me likey! Keep reading…
The story:
In the small town of Huguenot, Timothy approaches his thirteenth birthday, unaware this milestone marks the time of his transformation. His mother Rachel fears her son⿿s health is deteriorating. But those around him⿿those who have guarded him since birth⿿know Timothy is a half-blood and that when the red moon is full, he will finally have the power to control his family⿿s destiny. They also know that Timothy⿿s gift puts his life in grave danger. Meanwhile, two packs of Skinwalkers watch the night sky. Bound by blood, divided by principles, and hellbent to survive, they understand that this rising moon signals the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy. Consequently, the packs are prepared to wage a fierce battle for possession of the one who holds the key to their future and their way of life.
“Skinwalkers” opens March 30, 2007, and by “open” I mean it may or may not come out on theaters, but expect it on DVD relatively quick. It’s the kind of movie that will live on DVD, not the theaters. Starring Natassia Malthe, Shawn Roberts, Jason Behr, Elias Koteas, and Rhona Mitra. Directed by James Isaac (”Jason X”).
The trailer and stills for “Skinwalkers” below:
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