Hunting Grounds

What it’s about

Chloe Marvino flees with her children from a husband tied to the Mafia. Pursued through the woods by his henchmen, she takes refuge in a remote cabin occupied by Jake, a drifter living alone. He helps her fight off the attackers, but Chloe soon senses that Jake himself may pose an even greater threat than the gunmen on her trail.

What hooks you

Emily Alatalo plays Chloe, with Tim Rozon as Jake. The film is directed by Derek Barnes, who also wrote the screenplay. It was produced in Canada and runs 89 minutes, combining action and thriller elements.

Who it’s for

It is a good pick for those who like survival stories set in isolated wilderness, with a slow-burning sense of mistrust and a heroine caught between two dangers.