Something of a fresh spin on a classic concept, this is not a straightforward ‘evil yokels menace innocent city slickers’ story, even if it plays with those archetypes. The film touches on these issues with nuance but impact many people will recognise the problems of a village where work is scarce, development non-existent and the young are restless and looking to escape. A man seeking to save his community – which is facing growing economic and social challenges, as the old businesses die away. The ever-excellent character actor Tony Curran is fantastic in the film as genuinely friendly, sincere local linchpin Logan.
Sinister pagan rituals afoot? Or merely a local “p*** up” at work? (Photo: Wellington Films/Netflix) A traditional ‘pagan’ folk festival is about to take place.īut while King notes that echoes of The Wicker Man can be felt, and Deliverance’s influence is also clearly present, Calibre’s power lies in its refusal to bow to certain horror stereotypes. Two outsiders, one cocky and reckless, the other more straight-laced and shy, roll up to a remote village in the middle of nowhere. You may think you’ve seen this story before.
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