The Hunt (2020)
Film · Action, Thriller, Horror
Stream itif you enjoy sharp political satire wrapped in a high-octane, extremely violent action-horror shell.
A violent and satirical action-thriller that trades in political caricature and high-octane gore. It is a fast-paced, subversive ride that aims to provoke as much as it aims to entertain.
What it is about
Twelve strangers wake up in a clearing. They don't know where they are—or how they got there. In the shadow of a dark internet conspiracy theory, ruthless elitists gather at a remote location to hunt humans for sport. But their master plan is about to be derailed when one of the hunted turns the tables on her pursuers.
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What The Hunt is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this film feels like a frantic, bloody sprint through a minefield of cultural stereotypes. The pace is relentless, discarding traditional protagonist setups in favour of sudden, shocking bursts of gore. It maintains a darkly comedic tone that never takes itself too seriously, even when the action becomes visceral. The intensity is driven by a series of subversions, constantly pulling the rug out from under your expectations of who the hero is and how the hunt will unfold.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is for viewers who appreciate cynical humour and don't mind their social commentary delivered with a sledgehammer. It is particularly satisfying for fans of 'final girl' tropes who want to see them reinvented with a stoic, competent lead. You should skip this if you are squeamish about exploding body parts or if you find heavy-handed political caricatures more irritating than insightful. The primary caveat is that its satire prioritises punchlines over any deep or nuanced exploration of its themes.
The right evening for it
It suits a loud, lively evening when you want something short and punchy that will spark a debate. It is the perfect choice for a late-night viewing with friends who enjoy irreverent genre-blending.
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How The Hunt leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
It leaves you feeling energised and amused, carrying the cynical buzz of a well-executed provocation that prioritises stylish carnage and biting wit over any lasting moral lesson.
How The Hunt ends
Spoilers. The whole ending, in a few lines. Nothing shows until you ask and then confirm.
After Crystal kills the rest of the group, she confronts Athena. A flashback reveals that the original group chat was a joke, but after it was leaked and ruined their lives, the group decided to hunt the conspiracy theorists responsible. Crystal informs Athena that she has abducted the wrong person, having confused her with a woman from the same city with a similar name. The two engage in a brutal fight that ends with both women impaled on food processor blades. Athena dies from her injuries, but Crystal finds the strength to survive after spotting a jackrabbit.
The film ends with Crystal cauterising her own wound and donning Athena's clothes. She boards the private jet with Athena’s dog and commands the flight attendant who appeared in the opening scenes to fly her home. While it is clear that Crystal has successfully defeated her captors and taken control of their resources, the fate of the woman Athena actually intended to hunt remains unaddressed.
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The Hunt soundtrack
Music by Nathan Barr
- 1Randy Is Awake
- 2Gagged In the Woods
- 3Weapon Rack
- 4Hail of Fire
- 5Arrows and Grenades
- 6Constitutional Right
- 7Clean Up
- 8Not As It Seems
- 9Train Chase
- 10Jack Rabbit
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Questions people ask
- Is The Hunt an epic film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Epic, with a funny streak. A violent and satirical action-thriller that trades in political caricature and high-octane gore. It is a fast-paced, subversive ride that aims to provoke as much as it aims to entertain.
- How long is The Hunt?
- The Hunt runs 90 min and was released in 2020.
- Where can I watch The Hunt in Australia?
- In Australia, The Hunt is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Who composed the music for The Hunt?
- The music for The Hunt is by Nathan Barr. The soundtrack album, The Hunt (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), has 15 tracks.
- What songs are on the The Hunt soundtrack?
- The Hunt (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) has 15 tracks, including “Randy Is Awake”, “Gagged In the Woods”, “Weapon Rack”, “Hail of Fire” and “Arrows and Grenades”, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is The Hunt worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy sharp political satire wrapped in a high-octane, extremely violent action-horror shell. IMDb users rate it 6.6 out of 10 from 153,497 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 57%, Metacritic 50 and TMDB users 6.7.
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