Offspring

Synopsis

Offspring is a horror film directed by Andrew van den Houten, based on the novel of the same name by Jack Ketchum. The movie follows a clan of cannibalistic savages led by the psychopathic matriarch known as The Woman. Their primitive lifestyle clashes with the modern world when they capture a lawyer and her family, giving rise to a brutal battle of survival in an isolated rural setting. Jessica Butler delivers a chilling performance as the matriarch, commanding the screen with a ferocious presence. The film explores themes of family, primal instincts, and the thin line between civilization and barbarism.

Cast

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  Jessica Butler

  Eartheater

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  Leigh Shannan Feldpausch

  Second Stolen

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  Holter Graham

  Vic Manetti

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  Amy Hargreaves

  Amy

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  Art Hindle

  George Peters

• Erick Kastel

  Stephen Carey

Reviews

Offspring has divided critics with its raw and unflinching portrayal of extreme violence and savagery. While some have praised the film for its fearless approach to the horror genre, others have criticized its graphic content as gratuitous and disturbing. Rotten Tomatoes gives Offspring a rating of 42% based on 19 reviews, with the consensus that the film is a shockingly violent experience that will polarize audiences. IMDb users have rated Offspring 4.9/10, with mixed opinions ranging from horrifyingly engaging to overly gruesome. Metacritic has not provided a specific rating for Offspring, indicating a lack of critical consensus. Despite the polarizing reactions, Offspring has garnered a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its visceral and unconventional storytelling.