Bone Tomahawk was praised by audiences and critics for its successful combination of horror and western elements, a trick perhaps first used in the cult genre film released in 1999. At first glance, it might seem that the broad romance of traditional Western stories is not very compatible with the oppressive, often nihilistic tone of many horror projects. However, how Bone Tomahawk and his 25-year-old predecessor prove it could be a match made in heaven.
Although many horror films are based on supernatural sensations, Bone TomahawkThe film’s success stems from its unflinching and undeniably disturbing brutality. The plot centers on a rescue operation organized by Kurt Russell’s sheriff Franklin Hunt, who intends to save the townspeople from a tribe of bloodthirsty troglodytes. The drama is consistently violent and focuses on the cannibalistic habits of the antagonists. This key detail is clearly related Bone Tomahawk to an underrated horror release – 1999 Guy Pearce Western horror film. Voracious.
Ravenous is in many ways the original bone tomahawk
Both films feature similar stories and villains.
Very similar to Bone Tomahawk, Voracious draws its horror from cannibalism. The story follows a cowardly captain on the American frontier (Guy Pearce).which joins the garrison high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. One day, a stranger visits the garrison and tells them that he and his group were stranded in a remote pass and were ultimately forced to resort to cannibalism to survive. Pierce’s character goes on a rescue mission with several others, only to be confronted with the horrifying truth that the stranger is now addicted to human flesh and plans to take over the garrison.
At the time of writing, Voracious available to stream on Apple TV+.
The tale of a ragtag team of frontiersmen venturing into the desert to uncover the truth about a group of cannibals is clearly reminiscent of Kurt Russell’s 2015 film. While other horror westerns such as Almost dark And From dusk to dawn use Western trappings to spin an overtly supernatural story, Voracious And Bone TomahawkThe use of the cannibal motif connects the films to real-life stories. violence and horror on the border. Bye Voracious is much more hyperbolic – clearly identifying with the Wendigo myth – it is a clear narrative precursor to S. Craig Zahler’s critically acclaimed genre work.
Voracious and Bone Tomahawk explore similar ideas
Cannibalism Unites Movies
It’s not just narrative similarities that unite Voracious And Bone Tomahawk. Focusing on cannibalism as a key theme, the two films explore very similar ideas about the savagery of the Old West. and what limitations humanity will have to overcome to ensure survival. In both films, cannibalism is more than just a gruesome excuse to show off some creepy set pieces. It has thematic resonance, evoking the idea of consumerism and the inherent barbarism of humanity. Both films, in their own ways, attempted to explore the idea that when humanity returns to the wild, something terrible and primal might be released.
While Bone Tomahawk explores in detail the clash between so-called civil society and the dangerous “another“…Voracious claims that the desert itself has the power to corrupt…
There’s no doubt that Voracious much more sensational in his feelings than Bone Tomahawk. While Bone Tomahawk explores in detail the clash between so-called civil society and the dangerous “another“(embodied Bone Tomahawkmysterious troglodytes), Voracious asserts that wild nature itself has the power to corrupt, turning anyone to their base instincts. However, while these two topics represent different approaches, they are clearly two sides of the same terrible coin.
The bone tomahawk is better than the predatory one, although the hungry one has its strengths
His genre blend is much more effective
Like many other horror westerns, neither Bone Tomahawk neither Voracious was a commercial success. In fact, both films were box office disappointments. Bone Tomahawk earning only $475,000 on a $1.8 million budget, and Voracious turned out to be an even bigger failure – it took only $2 million out of the $12 million production cost. However, although the films had similar financial failures, there is a clear gap in their critical perception.
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Movie |
Budget |
box office |
RT critics rating |
RT audience rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Voracious |
$12 million |
2 million dollars |
52% |
78% |
|
Bone Tomahawk |
$1.8 million |
US$475,000 |
91% |
74% |
Although it was by no means a complete turkey, Voracious critics were divided – 52% of positive reviews according to the aggregator, Rotten Tomatoes. A more positive audience score of 78% highlights its status as a cult classic, but still indicates that it still has a long way to go to be considered a critical hit. Against, Bone Tomahawk received critical acclaim, receiving 91% positive reviews from critics. An audience score of 74% indicates more complex subject matter.but it’s clear that Bone Tomahawk enjoys a more positive general reception.
There are several reasons for this. First, the film offers a more grounded and nuanced psychological portrait of the characters, interspersed with moments of truly shocking violence. Bye Voracious more action-packed, it is less subtle in its exploration of deeper themes such as human nature and the limits of survival. As a result, although both films have their strengths, Bone Tomahawkreputation has only grown since its release, while Voracious remains an underrated cult classic.