The Untamed (2016) Movie Review

The Untamed – Movie Review

ABC Film Challenge – World Cinema – U

Director: Amat Escalante

Writer: Amat Escalante, Gibran Portela (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Ruth Ramos (Dive)
  • Simone Bucio
  • Jesus Meza
  • Eden Villavicencio
  • Pablo Lopez Perez

Plot: In a strained marriage, a pair of lovers stumble upon a meteorite, leading to an unexpected encounter with a strange entity. The discovery of this enigmatic being brings turmoil and transformation to their lives, offering them joy as well as devastation.

Runtime: 1 Hour 38 Minutes

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Narrative: The narrative commences when the couple, Alejandra (Ramos) and Angel (Meza), find themselves in a precarious situation, grappling with an unpredictable future. As Alejandra heals from an injury, both she and her husband have succumbed to external allures. Concurrently, Veronica (Bucio) has formed a bond with a mysterious entity residing within the forest.

Initially, their marriage seemed on the verge of collapse, but then Veronica revealed a strange creature from the forest, which offered them something essential for their well-being. In this new chapter of their lives, they discovered a renewed contentment; however, one must wonder about the price they might have to pay.

Verdict on The Untamed

The Untamed is a chilling mystery-horror story about a couple grappling with their predicament and contemplating their next move. But when they encounter a stranger, they uncover something that brings them unexpected joy. This discovery gradually takes control of their lives, leading to changes they never foresaw.

This film offers an unusual exploration of human desires, particularly those related to intimacy and sensuality. It employs a creature as a means to reveal the hidden, often dark, aspects of its characters, who are grappling with the search for something deeper in their lives. Concurrently, it touches upon instances of domestic violence, creating a bleak atmosphere where Alejandra appears powerless. Regrettably, it fails to delve sufficiently into the nature of the creature and leaves several unanswered questions.

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Final ThoughtsThe Untamed leaves too much up in the air.

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2025-05-21 14:37