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Wendigo: Bound by Blood

Wendigo: Bound by Blood (2010)

Sep 24, 2010 1h 25m Action Horror Thriller

For hundreds of years, Native American culture has believed in the evil cannibalistic spirit known as "the wendigo". For those who had taken part in cannibalism, no matter the reason, it was aid "the wendigo" would take possession of the person's body and soul. Once the wendigo would take possession of the human host,the host would develop and insatiable desire to eat human flesh. In the deep woods of Northern Pennsylvania, a small town Sheriff (Brian Anthony) is investigating a bloody crime scene. On the scene, he meets Angeni Stonechild (Cheyenne King), a traveling physician treating patients in the area. During the investigation, the two stumble upon dead bodies, a slew of relentless hit men, and two mysterious individuals being protected by federal agents. With a trail of mutilated bodies piling up, the sheriff and Angeni must not only confront the dangerous assassins but also find a way to destroy.....The Wendigo!

Directed by Len Kabasinski

Cast

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Brian Anthony

as Craig

Cheyenne King
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Cheyenne King

as Angeni

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Amara Arielle Offhaus

as Detective McKane

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Len Kabasinski

as Warner

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Dave Campbell

as Detective Marks

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Melissa Scott

as Karen

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Curtis Stevenson

as Kurt

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K.K. Ryder

as Hitwoman

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Brian Arrington

as Hitman

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Andrew Ferrick

as Hitman

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Brenna Roth

as Susan

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James Scott Charles Howells

as Micheal

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Deanna Visalle

as Female Wendigo

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Steve Brown

as Father

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Khila Freeman

as Little Girl

Crew

Director
  • Len Kabasinski
Producer
  • Deanna Visalle

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Thematic Analysis

This Action/Horror/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Wendigo: Bound by Blood presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Len Kabasinski brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2010, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Wendigo: Bound by Blood took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2010, when this film is released:
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: September 24, 2010
  • Runtime: 1h 25m

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