The film transformed cinemas into a jungle over the weekend, with the sounds of the wilderness from native Americans, flowing waters, grizzly bears and hunting spears smashing against flash and trees. The characters look barbaric and filthy, which is riveting to watch as this is a rare surprise to western delight. This adventure film is based on Michael Punke’s novel of the same title name, which is itself based on the true story of frontiersman and fur trapper, Hugh Glass.
In an expedition of the uncharted American wilderness, legendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team. In a quest to survive, Glass endures unimaginable grief as well as the betrayal of his confidant John Fitzgerald (Tom Hardy). Guided by sheer will and the love of his family, Glass navigates a vicious winter in a relentless pursuit to live and find redemption. The plot explanation has already spoiled the surprise; yes the film prides itself with some of Hollywood heavyweight actors such as DiCaprio as the lead character. This name has proven to carry some weight in sales. Movie fanatics will remember that Titanic hit the $2 billion mark in 1997. DiCaprio has also sizzled in movies like The Departed, The Wolf Of Wall Street and Titanic.
