A group of friends depart on a camping trip, but have no idea that they are the target of a twisted madman, set on tearing them apart.A group of friends depart on a camping trip, but have no idea that they are the target of a twisted madman, set on tearing them apart.A group of friends depart on a camping trip, but have no idea that they are the target of a twisted madman, set on tearing them apart.
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Largely pointless excuse to "act"
The Lone Paddler is just another attempt at wilderness horror or thriller that pulls for the idea of character development. It doesn't succeed. This lies partially with the overall script and plot development. But, the acting is mediocre and thus bring little to rounding out the characters.
I'm not even certain what they were trying to bring to the screen, but I was left bored and underwhelmed. Nothing new was presented from a dozen other films doing similar things. So nothing new to a film that has been done before and nothing above decent to say "Watch for this performance!" Or "You won't expect this twist!" There's really nothing here to see.
I'm not even certain what they were trying to bring to the screen, but I was left bored and underwhelmed. Nothing new was presented from a dozen other films doing similar things. So nothing new to a film that has been done before and nothing above decent to say "Watch for this performance!" Or "You won't expect this twist!" There's really nothing here to see.
Genuine Emotion
What makes The Lone Paddler special is its simplicity. There's no over-dramatization, just pure emotion and reflection. The story builds slowly but purposefully, creating a powerful connection with the viewer. It's a beautiful blend of solitude, strength, and self-discovery. It may not be perfect, but The Lone Paddler is a genuinely good film with heart.
Don't waste your time
Poor acting , poor story, just a complete waste of time.
I'm kind of into these friends and wilderness movies.
So I tried . And I made it to the end ! Great just wish I could get my time back. Only thing good in this crazy poorly acted movie was the wilderness scenes.
You can watch if you want but please by 20 minutes in you're wondering.... Go to another movie.
I'm kind of into these friends and wilderness movies.
So I tried . And I made it to the end ! Great just wish I could get my time back. Only thing good in this crazy poorly acted movie was the wilderness scenes.
You can watch if you want but please by 20 minutes in you're wondering.... Go to another movie.
Emotionally Moving
The emotional layers in this story unfold so naturally that you barely notice how deeply it's affecting you. The lead actor's expressions tell more than words ever could. It's an intimate portrayal of endurance and self-discovery that feels both personal and universally relatable. A moving tale of perseverance and discovery - beautifully executed.
Balanced and Thoughtful
This movie finds a rare balance between introspection and movement. Every silence feels intentional, every stroke of the paddle symbolic. It's a meditative experience that lets you breathe with the character. It's not for thrill-seekers, but for those who value emotional depth and meaning. The film balances introspection and action effectively - I was pleasantly surprised.
Did you know
- TriviaDirector Derek Lukosius and editor Mark Fifield met in college as roommates. They often spent time discussing films and music videos while playing Xbox together.
- GoofsThe friends are in a building and Kevin barricades the door with a fork-lift palette across the inside. Cindy later moves the palette and opens the door ... outwards.
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