Wendigo
User Score
4.7 out of 10

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 6 out of 12

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  1. Jack
    Dec 30, 2003
    10
    Almost perfect little spook movie. Refreshing and fun, despite the odd ending.
  2. RussH.
    May 22, 2002
    10
    The movie was a multi-layered view of the new American Civil War. That is to say the battle between urban and rural world views overlaid by the deep Native American magical thinking. The only thing the film lacked was budget, but it was definitely a triumph over the Disney McWorld films we normally are compelled to see.

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Metascore
63 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Kenneth Turan
    80
    Though Wendigo has weak spots, including an ending that is not as satisfying as it might be, the film remains memorable despite its flaws. This is a properly spooky film about the power of spirits to influence us whether we believe in them or not.
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  2. New Times (L.A.)
    Reviewed by: Andy Klein
    40
    The problem with Wendigo, for all its effective moments, isn't really one of resources. At its heart, the story seems confused, as though the director has given it one too many twists.
  3. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Megan Lehmann
    25
    It all falls apart when the Wendigo unleashes its fury - no doubt upset at being neutered to look about as frightening as Bambi.
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