Some sacrifices must be made
加利福尼亚州的一条高速公路上，为了还回车中小女孩遗失的玩具娃娃，巡逻警官爱德华（尼古拉斯·凯奇）叫停了一辆旅行轿车。然而就在一瞬间，另一辆失去控制的卡车却撞上了轿车，猛烈的碰撞将母亲和小女孩困在其中，虽然尽力抢救，爱德华却只能眼睁睁地看着轿车爆炸。之后数月，他一直无法忘记那两张绝望的脸，只能靠吃药来麻痹自己。 一天，爱德华意外收到前女友薇洛的信，薇洛在多年前毫无征兆地离开了他。原来，因为女儿罗婉的神秘失踪，薇洛心急如焚，她不得不求助于自己唯一相信的爱德华，请求他到自己的家乡隐秘的“夏之岛”一趟。为了救出失踪的罗婉，减轻自己的罪恶感，爱德华踏上了去往那个太平洋西北方向的小岛的路途。 然而好不容易到达这个与世隔绝的小岛之后，爱德华却发现小岛暗藏玄机。遮遮掩掩、举止怪异的小岛居民们都假装不认识罗婉，爱德华的调查越加困难，而后随着调查的深入，神秘事件层出不穷，小女孩也开始像幽灵般忽隐忽现……
"The Wicker Man" (2006), a remake of the 1973 cult classic, is a psychological horror film produced by Millennium Media and Saturn Films, set in the United States and Germany. Directed by Neil LaBute and starring Nicolas Cage, the film follows the journey of Edward Malus, a police officer haunted by a tragic accident, as he investigates the disappearance of a young girl on a remote island ruled by a mysterious matriarchal society. The film's eerie atmosphere and Cage's intense performance create a gripping narrative that delves into themes of sacrifice, belief, and the clash between modernity and ancient traditions. As Edward Malus arrives on the isolated Summersisle, he is met with resistance and secrecy from the island's inhabitants, who practice a neo-pagan religion. His investigation leads him to uncover disturbing rituals and a society that reveres nature and fertility above all else. The film's setting, with its lush landscapes and isolated community, amplifies the sense of unease and impending doom, drawing viewers into a world where the line between reality and ritual blurs. Nicolas Cage's portrayal of Edward Malus is a standout, as he navigates the increasingly bizarre and terrifying circumstances with a mix of determination and desperation. His character's descent into madness is both compelling and unsettling, culminating in a climactic confrontation that challenges his beliefs and sanity. The film's controversial ending, while divisive among audiences, underscores the themes of sacrifice and the consequences of challenging deeply held beliefs. "The Wicker Man" (2006) may not have achieved the same cult status as its predecessor, but it remains a bold and provocative film that explores the darker aspects of human nature and society. With its atmospheric tension and Cage's unforgettable performance, the movie offers a unique take on the horror genre, leaving viewers to ponder the cost of clinging to or challenging tradition.
年份2006
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预算40000000$
运行时间102 分
收入38805380$
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类型恐怖悬疑惊悚
制作国家GermanyUnited States of AmericaCanadaMexico
