Rust Creek (2019)

Rust Creek (2019)

β€” A Survival Thriller in the Kentucky Wilderness

Set in the Appalachian forests, Rust Creek unfolds as a gritty crime thriller that explores survival, trust, and the dangers lurking in the wilderness.

The film follows Sawyer Scott (Hermione Corfield), a college student who gets lost on her way to a job interview. After taking a wrong turn, she finds herself stranded deep in the Kentucky woods, where she witnesses a crime and becomes the target of two ruthless criminals. Injured and alone, Sawyer must navigate the treacherous terrain while forming an unlikely alliance with Lowell (Jay Paulson), a mysterious loner who may be her only hope.

Directed by Jen McGowan, the film premiered at Bentonville Film Festival in 2018 before its theatrical release on January 4, 2019. Featuring Sean O’Bryan, Micah Hauptman, and Daniel R. Hill, Rust Creek was praised for its tense atmosphere and strong performances, earning positive reviews for its realistic survival elements.
More than just a thriller, Rust Creek is a story of resilience, unexpected alliances, and the fight for survival against all odds.