Bark

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Bark

Released Jun 13

1h 30m

Mystery & Thriller

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Charismatic Nolan Bentley wakes up in the middle of a remote forest, tied to a tree with no recollection of how he got there. With his time relentlessly running out, a mysterious stranger appears and he must finally reckon with the demons of his past and fight to survive to find a way out of his nightmare.

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Joe Lipsett

Queer.Horror.Movies.

The truth is a gentle twist that reframes the narrative and the audience’s empathy for Nolan. It mostly works, paying off what is essentially a lushly photographed two-hander that could work just as easily as a play or a Twilight Zone morality lesson.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 16, 2025

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Rebecca Murray

Showbiz Junkies

It’s the little things that play true that make Bark so deeply (and delightfully) disturbing.

Rated: B+

Jun 16, 2025

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DarkSkyLady

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The climax surprises with an unexpected answer. While the dialogue could sometimes be more compelling, Bark crafts a strained atmosphere with the bare minimum of two enigmatic leads and a lush forest backdrop.

Jun 15, 2025

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Tessa Smith

Mama's Geeky

Bark might be a slow burn, but it still entertains throughout the entire journey and delivers an ending that is more than satisfying.

Jun 14, 2025

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Dan Scully

ScullyVision

Takes your standard single location thriller and elevates it through strong filmmaking and exceptional performances, while also providing plenty of food for thought after the fact.

Jun 14, 2025

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Sherry M

Amazing film. Twists and turns as with a true psychological thriller. When you get to the end it all makes sense. This is a must see for those who relish critical thinking and can appreciate a controversial topic.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/13/25

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Jan B

Very interesting story. It's one of those plots where you really don't know where it's going.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/24/25

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Audience Member

Great acting and the scenery was amazing! The story behind the character being tide to the tree when you find out at the end seemed ridiculous. Kind of killed the whole movie. An extreme punishment for what he did which was really messed up. Kind of over the top in my opinion

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

06/20/25

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Audience Member

Watch it! Slight spoiler: If you love dogs more than people, this flick is a must!!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/18/25

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B P

An Unpredictable Horror Thriller With a Smart Twist. If you enjoy a good self-contained horror thriller, look no further than ‘Bark.’

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

06/17/25

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Marcel H

Bark is a gripping indie survival thriller that exemplifies why smaller films are the soul of today's cinema. Directed by Marc Schölermann, it uses minimalist storytelling and powerful visual cues to create deep emotional resonance. Michael Weston shines as Nolan, a man mysteriously tied to a tree, while A.J. Buckley delivers a chilling performance as his cryptic captor, The Outdoorsman. With striking cinematography, eerie symbolism, and tight, meaningful dialogue, Bark unfolds like a slow-burn mystery—tense, haunting, and layered. It’s a smart, unsettling film that lingers long after the credits roll.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/17/25

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Synopsis

Charismatic Nolan Bentley wakes up in the middle of a remote forest, tied to a tree with no recollection of how he got there. With his time relentlessly running out, a mysterious stranger appears and he must finally reckon with the demons of his past and fight to survive to find a way out of his nightmare.

Director: Marc Schölermann
Producer: Alexander Steinhoff, Marc Schölermann
Screenwriter: Steve Fauquier
Distributor: Dark Sky Films
Production Co: Widescreen Entertainment
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 13, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 13, 2025
Runtime: 1h 30m

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