Primal Rage (2018) – Blood in the Forest
Primal Rage is a brutal and raw creature horror that brings the myth of Bigfoot into a savage new light. Directed by Patrick Magee, the film tells the story of Max and his wife Ashley as they drive through the misty woods of the Pacific Northwest. Their road trip turns into a nightmare after they strike a strange figure, and soon, something ancient and feral begins to stalk them.
This is not the friendly forest giant of campfire tales. The creature in Primal Rage is a ruthless predator, skilled in hunting, trapping, and killing. Known in Native American legend as Oh Mah, this Bigfoot is more monster than myth. It doesn’t just attack — it plays with its prey, tearing through bones and flesh with terrifying force.
The movie is packed with practical effects and gore. Blood splashes, limbs fly, and the sound design makes every crack and scream hit harder. What sets this film apart is its commitment to practical monster work. The creature suit is detailed and expressive, giving the monster a real sense of presence and threat.
While the pacing dips slightly in the middle, and some side characters are forgettable, the core of the film — survival, fear, and the primal instinct to fight back — remains strong. Max and Ashley’s desperate attempts to escape through the woods keep the tension high until the final, bloody confrontation.
Primal Rage delivers exactly what it promises — a raw, gory, backwoods nightmare with an unforgettable beast lurking in the trees. It is violent, relentless, and perfect for fans who want their creature features soaked in blood.
