Cougar

About This Movie

So, 'Cougar' from 1984—it's a bit of an oddity, really. The story kicks off with a flash flood, which drags two kids onto an isolated island in the Mississippi. The tension builds as they find themselves not just surviving but dealing with a cougar and her cubs. The performances of the young actors are quite earnest, and you can feel their fear and determination throughout. The pacing has this weird ebb and flow, shifting from moments of intense danger with the river-men to the quieter, more reflective interactions with the wildlife. It's not every day you see practical effects used for animals like this; the cougar feels very real in that wild setting. Plus, there’s something about the themes of survival and family that really resonate, though it might not hit you over the head. Definitely a unique watch.

Features practical effects for wildlife interactionsThemes of survival and sibling bond are centralPacing varies between suspense and reflective moments