Boar 2017

Horror

Rank

#16,001

Budget

$3.4M

Runtime

96 mins

Language

English

Directed by

Chris Sun

Made by

Slaughter FX

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Boar Plot Summary

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A couple is cruising through the dusty, sun-scorched roads of the Outback, when they narrowly miss a rabbit and are suddenly caught in the shadow of a feral pig stampede. A colossal, man-eating boar—almost the size of a rhinoceros—impacts their truck, tearing through metal and life, and the would-be mates are killed in an instant.

Months later, a family pulls together for a road trip of their own. Bruce, the father, Debbie, the mother, along with their children, Bart and Ella, head toward the edge of town to visit their uncle, Bernie, who runs a farm nearby. Ella brings along her boyfriend, Robert, hoping for a little respite and a lot of space away from the city’s noise. The trip is meant to be a simple family excursion, but danger is already stalking the landscape.

That night, a local farmer out searching for his missing dog stumbles upon the same monstrous boar. It breaches a barb-wire fence and viciously kills the man and his dog, leaving a trail of brutal, gnawed remnants in the moonlit scrub. The danger continues to grow as the boar targets others who choose to camp nearby. A pair of campers, Ryan and his lover Hanna, are attacked, and Hanna is torn apart in a chilling act of primal ferocity.

In the nearby wilderness, Ken, father to the local pub owner Sasha, heads into the night with his friend Blue when they spot the raiding beast. They manage to scare it off with a gunshot, only to discover the grisly aftermath—two campers killed and mutilated. Blue is sent back to fetch more ammo, but the boar ambushes him, ending his life. Ken continues the search for the remaining campers, and finds Matt and Sherry under siege. The boar’s assault leaves Sherry severely injured and Matt dead, forcing Ken to improvise a desperate fight to lure the creature away. The sudden, merciless brutality of the attack underscores how little protection a small group has against such a monster.

As Bernie tries to enjoy a rare day with his family, he steps away briefly to locate Ken and Blue, only to have his own truck rammed by the same beast. Wounded but alive, he loads a rifle and resolves to protect those he loves. Sasha heads out to search for her father, while [Robert] and [Bruce] join the chase, hoping to salvage a dangerous situation. They encounter the boar, and Bruce is killed after Robert makes a grim choice to leave him behind. Bernie, arriving moments later, fires at the creature, but the boar rages on, enraged by the shooting and the loss of its prey.

The storm of violence escalates as Ella, Bart and Debbie reunite with Robert, only to watch him fall to the wounded boar. Bernie rushes back to guide the trio to safety, but night has fallen, and the search for a plan becomes a desperate sprint. The boar surges forward as Bernie fights to buy his loved ones time. He lands a blow, but the beast overpowers him with a brutal trampling that leaves him downed but not defeated in spirit. The two women scramble to build fires and fend off the beast, yet the flames barely slow the monster, which rips at Ella and tears at the protection of torches.

Just when it seems the nightmare might end, Sasha arrives and crashes the danger with a heavy truck, wounding the boar and giving the others a moment of hope. Debbie then takes advantage of the moment, loading Sasha’s shotgun and delivering the fatal shot that finally ends the reign of terror. The survivors, bruised and exhausted, discover Bernie and Bart alive but grievously wounded as they begin to drive away toward safety. But the danger isn’t over—the looming silhouette of another colossal boar hints that the threat may not be finished, as the camera lingers on the rising squeal before fading to black.

Boar Timeline

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Couple attacked by a giant boar on an Outback road

A couple driving through the Australian Outback nearly hits a rabbit, then a stampede erupts and a gigantic boar crashes into their truck. The animal rips into the vehicle and kills them in brutal quickness. The scene establishes the boar as a relentless predator and sets the tone for the rest of the tale.

Evening Outback road

Family road trip to Bernie’s farm

Later, a family consisting of Bruce, Debbie, Bart, Ella, and Ella’s boyfriend Robert begin a road trip to visit Uncle Bernie, who runs a farm near town. They mingle with casual chatter and plan a day on the countryside. The journey shifts from highway to rural landscape as they approach the farm.

Daytime Bernie's farm, outside town

Farmer discovers dog and is killed by boar

The following night, a nearby farmer goes looking for his missing dog and stumbles into the boar. The pig forces through a fence and savages the man and the dog, leaving the area in chaos. The threat expands from a single incident to a broader danger for anyone nearby.

Night Farmer's property near farm

Boar attacks campers Ryan and Hanna

That same night the boar raids a campsite and savages Ryan and Hanna, devouring Hanna alive. Ryan's cries echo through the wilderness as the creature continues its rampage. The attack confirms the boar's appetite for humans and its growing reach.

Night Campsite

Ken and Blue encounter the boar at the camp

Ken, father to Sasha, camps with his friend Blue and spots the boar raiding the camp. They discover the mutilated remains of the other campers and drive the beast off with a gunshot. Tension escalates as the survivors realize the danger is personal and close to home.

Night Camping site

Blue is killed during the stand-off

Ken sends Blue back to their truck for more ammunition, hoping to outlast the beast. The boar ambushes Blue, killing him and leaving Ken to confront the predator alone. The loss compounds the group’s fear as night deepens.

Night Campground near truck

Ken searches for Matt and Sherry; Matt is killed

Ken continues looking for Matt and Sherry, and the boar attacks them, killing Matt and badly wounding Sherry. Ken does what he can to stay alive and protect the fragile survivors. The situation grows direr as more lives hang in the balance.

Night Camp site

Ken lures the boar away; Sherry dies; boar turns back on Ken

After fighting to buy time for others, Ken lures the boar away, but the creature returns to kill him. Sherry dies from her injuries as the boar continues its rampage. The group is driven to exhaustion as the night wears on.

Night Camp site

Bernie leaves his family to search for Ken and Blue

Bernie, taking a day trip with his family, briefly leaves to search for Ken and Blue. His truck is attacked by the boar, though he survives and retrieves a rifle to defend his family. The danger now threatens Bernie's group as well as the others.

Day Road near Bernie’s home

Robert and Bruce search for Bernie; Bruce is killed

Robert and Bruce head out after hearing Bernie’s car crash, hoping to find him. They encounter the boar, and Bruce is killed when Robert leaves him for dead. The tragedy underscores the lethal reach of the beast.

Night Rural road near the farm

Bernie shoots the boar; enrages it

Bernie manages to shoot the boar, enraging the beast rather than killing it outright. The predator becomes a more personal threat to the group as they struggle to survive together. The moment marks a turning point in the hunt for safety.

Night Near Bernie’s property

Robert is killed; Ella, Bart, Debbie reunite with Bernie

Ella, Bart, and Debbie reunite with Robert, only to witness him killed by the wounded boar right before them. The family must absorb another devastating loss and continue to fight for survival. The threat lingers as they move toward safety.

Night Roadside area

Bernie returns to rescue them; fights boar

Bernie returns to rescue them, fighting the boar to give Ella and Debbie a chance to escape. He wounds the creature but is ultimately trampled as the night deepens. Sasha arrives later, but the immediate danger remains.

Night Near shed

Sasha rescues with truck; Debbie shoots boar

Sasha arrives and hits the pig with her truck, gravely wounding it. Debbie then shoots it with Sasha's shotgun, ending the monster's reign of terror. The three women and Bernie, though injured, stumble toward safety.

Night Near shed and road

Final escape; second giant boar appears

They drive away with Bernie and Bart badly wounded, but alive. A second giant boar appears in the distance as the camera fades, signaling that danger persists beyond the frame. The survivors’ future remains uncertain as the Outback darkens around them.

Night Road out of town

Boar Characters

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Bernie (Nathan Jones)

A rugged farm owner who steps up as the family's last shield against the monstrous boar. He embodies steady leadership, practical problem-solving, and a willingness to risk his life for others. His stand against the beast is marked by toughness, grit, and a self-sacrificing resolve.

❗️ Hero 🛡️ Protector 🕯️ Sacrifice

Debbie (Simone Buchanan)

The matriarch of the family who keeps her family together amid chaos. She stays calm under pressure, supports Bernie, and drives the decision-making when danger escalates. Her instinct to protect her children anchors the group's resilience.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family 🛡️ Protector 🧭 Resilience

Ella (Christie-Lee Britten)

The teenage daughter who faces physical peril and witness to the family’s peril. She demonstrates stubborn courage and a will to survive despite injuries. Her arc centers on endurance and reliance on family.

👩‍👧 Daughter 🛡️ Survivor 🫁 Injury

Bart (Griffin Walsh)

The son who joins the road trip and later endures trauma from the boar. He represents youth and vulnerability amid an unpredictable horror, but shows resilience as he clings to his family.

👦 Brother 🛡️ Resilience 🫁 Injury

Robert (Hugh Sheridan)

Ella's boyfriend who accompanies her family on a day trip and becomes a casualty of the boar attack. His death punctuates the film’s brutal stakes and the unpredictability of the threat.

💔 Lover ⚠️ Tragic 🏃‍♂️ Victim

Bruce (Bill Moseley)

The family father who confronts the boar alongside the others and meets a fatal end. He embodies a quiet, protective paternal role amid chaos.

👨‍👨‍👦 Patriarch 🛡️ Protector 💀 Fatal

Ken (John Jarratt)

The pub owner's father and friend who encounters the boar while camping. He is pragmatic and resourceful but ultimately falls victim to the creature's rampage.

🧭 Survivor 🗡️ Risk-taker 🦴 Victim

Blue (Roger Ward)

Ken's companion who dies during the initial camp encounter. His death underscores the sudden brutality of the attack and the dangers of the Australian wilderness.

🧭 Friend 🗡️ Casualty ⚔️ Brave

Matt (Sam Coward)

A camper who is killed by the boar alongside his partner, marking the start of the deadly spree. His presence heightens the sense of threat.

👦 Camper ⚠️ Victim 🧭 Innocence

Sasha (Melissa Tkautz)

The pub owner's daughter who drives the group's last-ditch defense by using a truck to strike the boar and ultimately helps end the threat. She is proactive, fearless, and adept at improvisation under pressure.

👩 Hero 🛡️ Rescuer 🚚 Driver

Hanna (Madeleine Kennedy)

Ryan's partner who is killed during the attacks, representing the human cost of the horror and the vulnerability of travelers.

👩 Victim 💔 Loss 🧭 Safety

Boar Settings

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Time period

The events unfold in a contemporary rural setting in Australia, with present-day vehicles, firearms, and farming equipment. The action spans a few days during a hot season, capturing a snapshot of rural life where communities must contend with sudden, violent threats.

Location

Australian Outback, farm outside a small town

The action moves from sun-baked highways to a rough-fenced family farm on the edge of a small town. The Outback's vast red-dirt stretches, scrubland, and fences shape the mood as danger unfolds. The setting emphasizes isolation and rural community values, which become crucial for survival when the boar arrives.

🏜️ Outback 🐨 Wildlife 🚜 Farm life 🚗 Road trip

Boar Themes

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Survival

The Outback's vast emptiness and brutal heat amplify the danger as a single predator tests human limits. Characters must improvise weapons, coordinate groups, and endure fear while the boar stalks from dusk to dawn. The film ties survival to disciplined, collaborative action rather than lone heroism. Each tense encounter pushes the family and friends toward a desperate, uncertain escape.

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Family

Family becomes the central force that motivates actions and decisions in the face of death. Bernie and Debbie anchor the group's resolve, while Ella and Bart fight to stay together. The boar's violence exposes underlying family dynamics, loyalties, and the cost of protecting loved ones. The story treats familial love as both source of strength and potential vulnerability under siege.

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Community

The rescue and counterattack rely on neighbors and strangers coming together in a crisis. Sasha's timely intervention and shared weaponry illustrate how community ties can pivot a doomed situation toward survival. The film suggests that collective effort, not solitary bravado, shapes the outcome. The final act underscores how cooperation can turn the tide against a relentless predator.

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Nature's Might

The pig stands as an emblem of nature's indifferent, overwhelming force. The landscape's isolation and the animal's sheer size remind characters that human plans can be undone in an instant. The horror is not just a monster but a brutal reminder of wilderness supremacy. The ending leaves the danger lingering, echoing the unpredictable cruelty of the natural world.

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Boar Spoiler-Free Summary

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In the stark, sun‑bleached expanses of the Australian Outback, an unseen menace stalks the horizon. The land is a rugged tapestry of red‑dusted roads, rusted fences, and endless scrub, where the silence is broken only by the occasional howl of wildlife. Beneath this austere beauty lurks a colossal wild boar, a primal force that turns the already unforgiving environment into a place where survival hinges on instinct and sheer will. The film’s tone is tense and gritty, painting the wilderness as both magnificent and menacing, a character in its own right that constantly tests the limits of those who venture into it.

The story follows a close‑knit family on a road‑trip that promises a brief respite from urban life. Bruce, a steady‑hand father, and Debbie, his supportive wife, drive their children—Bart, a curious teenager, and Ella, an adventurous young woman—toward their uncle Bernie’s remote farm. Ella brings along her boyfriend Robert, adding a fresh dynamic to the family’s mix of humor, affection, and underlying tension. Nearby, Sasha, the local pub owner, and her father Ken embody the small‑town community that watches the outback with wary respect. Together, these characters form a patchwork of relationships that blend loyalty, youthful optimism, and a subtle apprehension about the unknown.

As the convoy edges deeper into the scrub, the ever‑present threat of the massive boar hangs over every conversation, turning ordinary moments into quiet battles of nerves. The impending danger is felt more than seen, prompting the characters to muster courage and resourcefulness even as the landscape seems to close in around them. The film balances moments of familial warmth with an ever‑rising sense of dread, hinting at a showdown that will test the bonds of blood and friendship against a force of raw, untamed ferocity.