Theresa Nguyen (theresan-23740) Honestly, when I first decided to watch this movie I wasn't expecting to like it too much. I was expecting a stereotypical, low-quality, werewolf movie that you'd find on Syfy to waste your time watching. However, the movie proved surprisingly good, especially after I found out it was a low-budget horror-comedy film. The movie did a great job of making the audience feeling like they're a part of the film with all of the up close shots and camera shots from the werewolf's point of view. The "gore" and different soldiers contributed to the comedic aspect of the movie and the "gore" and surprise of werewolves made the movie somewhat more of a horror movie than action. Many parts within the movie had me upset because some parts were confusing and upsetting, especially when the characters come up with resolution when it is no longer needed, which left me upset and screaming at the TV. I was always wondering what would happen next, and the few holes in the plot (especially at the end) left me a bit unsatisfied, questioning and wanting more background and resolution. This is not you typical cheesy werewolf movie; it has action, comedic and horror elements, and an end leaving you questioning everything that has passed and would come following it.

The Funny Just so I don't forget, 'CONTAINS SPOILERS!'. I like how the movie started with the couple being attacked by a Dog Soldier in the tent. That was pretty decent. But, what I love most about this movie is the fact that it is an original idea. Not many movies these days are something original, It's either a remake or based off a book of some kind which even if the movie is really good, that does get kind of annoying just like this long review I'm writing. Another thing I love about this movie is the HUGE lack of CGI... that makes me so happy to see how much work and effort this team put into making this movie awesome! I honestly don't care for CGI, and if I ever make my horror script into my own film, it WILL NOT have any either, all makeup and props only. The only thing that I don't agree with on this movie is how fast a Dog Soldier can heal. it's like, instantly. Other than that, I don't think I have too many spoilers, but I rather be safe than sorry... I just wish they would make that Fresh Meat sequel I've been reading about for the last decade. If they do, I will love it too! also, this movie should have gotten a 7/10 star rating at least. and THANKS to whoever takes the time to read this review, sorry if it's a waste for you.

TheRedDeath30 I am a HUGE werewolf fan. Going back to childhood, werewolves were always my favorite little "sect" of monsters, more than vampires, zombies, witches, etc. It is a sad fact, though, while Hollywood and indie horror have churned out a plethora of bloodsucking vampires, flocks of mindless zombies and a gazillion ghost stories, they just can't seem to produce a great werewolf movie. In fact, I could probably (truthfully) name about ten movies in the entire history of filmdom that really, truly do werewolves justice. So, when I hear of great werewolf movies I go in ready to devour them. This one is not a let down. This is a great werewolf movie packed full of tight thrills.This came to my attention about a decade ago because of the popularity of THE DESCENT. As I talked with fellow horror fans, everyone kept saying "you have to check out his werewolf movie". Wait a minute....a werewolf movie, that people are really digging, directed by the guy that did THE DESCENT? I'm in. I actually bought it on DVD before I ever saw it (something I don't do often) and was more than happy that I did.A group a soldiers out on a routine training mission, deep in the forest, playing war games against a special forces unit. Our gang of soldiers is, suddenly, thrust into brutal action though as something has wiped out the special forces guys, something bestial, something that is now hunting our soldiers. We got only glimpses of fur and claws, at first, amping up our expectations. The unit is "rescued" by a young zoologist who is familiar with the area and brings them to a farm house, where no one is home. The soldiers hole up inside the house and fortify themselves against the monsters as the beasts continue to lead an all night assault against the house.One of the things that works so well here is using a group of soldiers rather than (thank god) teenagers or something similar. It keeps the movie unique, but it also presents a very different angle to the movie. There is a bond among these men, a sense of brotherhood that is there from the beginning. Yes, we get some bonding moments as the unit tightens together, but they have each other's backs and that sense of loyalty to each other brings something deeper to this movie than having a random group of civilians being killed would have done. It, also, allows for a fresh take on exactly why these men are really out there in the forest and what their true mission was, even if they were unaware.I really dig the creature design, also. That's ultimately what makes so many werewolf movies fail. Being such a fan of the genre, I have seen MANY werewolf movies and so few can get it right. The classics like THE WOLFMAN just went for the "shaggy guy" look and never tried for anything really lupine. There is the really cheap way out, a la THE BEAST MUST DIE where it's just a dog and they eschew makeup effects at all. Recently, movies like GINGER SNAPS and LATE PHASES have his odd look to the werewolves that doesn't have enough hair or enough canine quality to really be convincing. This take an approach that owes a lot to the design of THE HOWLING, they are erect creatures with humanish bodies and canine heads and, in my humble opinion, the best route to take the werewolf design. I will admit, though, that they don't hold up quite so well in close up, but they look fantastic from a few feet back and I PRAISE the film makers for going practical and not CGI.If I have any complaint about the movie and the only thing keeping it from a slightly higher score is that the formula of the plot is a little too well tread. Yes, as I said, I think they add some nice new ingredients with the soldiers and a cast of good adult actors, but we start off with a scene I've seen in far too many movies as an opener. A couple camping in the woods, something is outside the tent, something gets in the tent, shed some blood, roll title. Once we get to the farmhouse, also, the movie is nothing but a clone of the formula that started with THE LAST MAN ON EARTH and NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. Carpenter stole it, famously, in ASSAULT ON PRECINCT 13 and a thousand horror movies have used it since. Our heroes are holed up in a house with the monsters outside. Board up the doors, board up the windows and prepare to keep the monsters at bay. I understand that there are really only so many tropes you can follow and all movies boil down to the same dozen or so plot lines, but more could have been done here and I would rather that they kept the action in the forest. I would have like a hunter and hunted movie a little better, but with all of that said, this is still an excellent movie that I highly recommend.

dworldeater This places our heroes, a group of British soldiers out on a routine training exercise in the Scottish Highlands. They soon discover a special forces camp wiped out and torn to pieces. They take as many weapons and live ammunition that they can carry and find themselves engaged in pursuit and combat with a ravenous pack of werewolves. They receive aid from a local girl who shelters them in a deserted farmhouse where our ill fated platoon must stand their ground and try to survive the night against the big bad wolves that await them outside. The wolves are very big and bad indeed, standing at over 7ft tall, with great speed and strength and a craving for human flesh. They will not go down easily and it takes a strong resolve and a hail of gunfire to keep them at bay. Sean Pertwee and Kevin McKidd are first and second in command of this unit, they do a great job in commanding their unit and are very convincing as soldiers. The group of soldiers was pretty authentic, convincing and displayed excellent chemistry and camaraderie. This film is really well made and has tight direction, solid storytelling, great practical f/x and good acting. The dialogue is good as the action, of which there is an abundance of here as our soldiers don't back down and unleash a storm of steel at their undead predators. Dog Soldiers also delivers big on gore and is very brutal and bloody. This is director Neil Marshall's film debut and is pretty close to flawless. I have been a fan of his since I have encountered this film and I have paid attention to his career since then. My only complaint is that I'd wish for him to make films more often as The Descent, Doomsday and Centurion are all incredible as well.