The story follows a squad of British soldiers on a routine training exercise in the Scottish Highlands. What begins as a standard mission quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival when they are hunted by a pack of werewolves. Trapped in an isolated cottage, the soldiers must use their tactical training and limited ammunition to hold off the monsters until dawn.
: The chemistry between the squad members (including Sean Pertwee and Kevin McKidd) makes the characters feel like real soldiers rather than horror movie tropes.
: The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track is a standout, providing excellent surround activity during werewolf attacks and clear, punchy gunfire.
: Because the film was shot on 16mm film, the image is naturally grainy and gritty. This fits the "down-and-dirty" military aesthetic, though some viewers may find it "noisy" compared to modern digital films.
: Look for the retrospective documentary "Werewolves vs. Soldiers" , which offers a nearly hour-long look at the film's production and legacy.
: Neil Marshall’s debut features tight, claustrophobic camera work and a relentless pace that keeps the tension high. Blu-ray Technical Review (720p/1080p DTS editions)
: Eschewing the CGI of its era, the film uses massive, 7-foot tall animatronic suits that give the werewolves a terrifying physical presence.