Title: Hunting Daze
Year: 2024
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Drama
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Nahéma Ricci, Bruno Marcil, Frédéric Millaire-Zouvi
Description: Annick Blanc’s “Hunting Daze” (2024) isn't your typical wilderness thriller; it's a captivating, unsettling exploration of belonging and the unexpected bonds forged in the most unusual circumstances. Nahéma Ricci delivers a powerhouse performance as Nina, an exotic dancer whose unexpected sojourn with a group of bachelor hunters (Bruno Marcil, Frédéric Millaire-Zouvi, among others) leads to a surprising emotional journey. Stranded in the unforgiving North, Nina finds herself navigating a testosterone-fueled microcosm, a darkly comedic yet strangely poignant landscape of masculinity and vulnerability. Blanc masterfully blends humor and horror, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that keeps you guessing. The film's raw energy and sensual undercurrents are palpable, culminating in a chilling mystery that alters the trajectory of this improbable holiday. "Hunting Daze" is a must-see for fans of unconventional thrillers and character-driven narratives.