"We Are Wolves" sets out to be a psychological thriller drenched in tension and dark intrigue, but unfortunately, it falls short of its ambitions, delivering an experience that is more frustrating than captivating. The film tries to explore deep themes of power, control, and loyalty, but its execution is marred by a disjointed narrative, underdeveloped characters, and a reliance on shock value rather than substance. The premise holds promise: a protagonist returns to a household she once fled, only to be drawn back into a twisted web of dominance and manipulation. The tension between the characters-particularly Fenix, Selena, and Needles-should have been the film's driving force, but instead, their interactions feel repetitive and lack the emotional depth needed to make the audience care about their fates. The psychological games they play with each other could have been intriguing, but they quickly become tiresome, as the movie seems more interested in pushing boundaries than in telling a coherent story.
Visually, the film has its moments. The eerie atmosphere and unsettling settings do help to create a sense of dread, but this is often undermined by pacing issues and scenes that drag on without adding meaningful development to the plot. The dialogue, too, oscillates between overly dramatic and painfully blunt, which detracts from the intended tension and leaves the characters feeling one-dimensional.
One of the film's biggest shortcomings is its overreliance on shock value. While there are certainly disturbing moments, they often feel gratuitous and fail to serve the story in a meaningful way. Instead of building genuine suspense or exploring the psychological complexities of its characters, "We Are Wolves" seems content to shock the audience without offering much substance behind the shock.
Ultimately, "We Are Wolves" is a movie that had potential but is let down by its execution. The dark themes and intense atmosphere are there, but they are buried under a script that fails to deliver on its promises. For viewers who enjoy dark, psychological tales, there may be some moments of interest, but they are few and far between. In the end, the film's inability to effectively develop its characters and story leaves it as a forgettable entry in the genre, one that fails to live up to its own ambitions. I gave it a 2,5/10 rating meaning skip this one preferably.
