Is Redoubt Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2019)

📖 The Core Premise

Redoubt returns to the screen in 2019, bringing a fresh narrative to the Adventure, Fantasy genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The goddess Diana and her two attendants traverse the rugged terrain of Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains in pursuit of the elusive wolf. An Engraver (Matthew Barney) furtively documents their actions in copper engravings and provokes a series of confrontations. The characters communicate through dance, letting movement replace language as they pursue each other and their prey."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Redoubt, even the presence of Anette Wachter struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Adventure. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Redoubt worth your time? If you appreciate Adventure, Fantasy films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Redoubt misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 134 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.