The Burrowers: A Western Horror Classic
Synopsis
In the year 1879, a group of settlers mysteriously vanish from their home in the unforgiving Dakota Territories. A rescue party, led by experienced Indian fighters Will Parcher and John Clay, sets out to find the missing family. Along the way, they are joined by a naive teenager hoping to prove his worth, and an ex-slave seeking redemption.
Cast and Crew
Cast
* Clancy Brown as Will Parcher * David Busse as John Clay * Harley Coriz as Little Hunter * Jocelin Donahue as Emily Carter
Crew
* Written and Directed by: J.T. Petty * Produced by: Paul Brooks and Rick Dugdale * Music by: Joe Kraemer
Themes and Symbolism
The Burrowers is a complex and thought-provoking film that explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the brutality of the Old West. The film's title refers to the monsters that the rescue party encounters, creatures that dwell underground and prey on humans. These monsters can be seen as a metaphor for the dangers that lurked in the wilderness, as well as the darkness that can reside within the human heart.
Reception and Legacy
The Burrowers was released in 2008 and received positive reviews from critics. The film was praised for its strong performances, atmospheric setting, and suspenseful plot. The Burrowers has since become a cult classic, and it continues to be enjoyed by fans of Western and horror films alike.
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