River Fear: Survival against Nature's Savage Wrath

River Fear: Survival against Nature's Savage Wrath

In John Boorman's thrilling adventure movie Deliverance, audiences are transported to the heart of the American back-country, where four friends embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey down the Cahulawassee River. Fueled by an intense desire to see the river before it is forever altered by the construction of a massive dam, Lewis Medlock leads his group on an exhilarating river-rafting expedition that quickly turns into a fight for survival. Deliverance not only offers breathtaking cinematography and heart-pounding action, but it also delves deep into the psyche of its characters as they confront the harsh realities of nature and the darkness that exists within humanity. The film's plot revolves around the essential struggle between man and his environment, highlighting the fragility of the human spirit and the primal instincts that emerge when faced with dangerous situations. As the group faces increasingly treacherous challenges, the movie explores themes of masculinity, power dynamics, and the moral complexities that arise when pushed to the brink of one's sanity. With its powerful performances and unflinching portrayal of the backwoods of America, Deliverance remains a timeless and thought-provoking masterpiece of survival cinema.

Deliverance - Technical Datasheet

Movie	Deliverance
Plot	Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it's turned into one huge lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a river-rafting trip they'll never forget into the dangerous American back-country.
Year	1972
Rating	R
Duration (minutes)	109
Genres	drama, action, thriller, european
Production Country	US
IMDb Rating	7.7

MOVIE, ['drama', 'action', 'thriller', 'european'], 1972