• Don't Go in the Woods (1981) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 3.80/10 from 3500 votes

Alternate Names:

Title in Español:

Não Vás à Floresta... Sozinha!

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Synopsis

Four young campers, Craig, Peter, Ingrid and Joanie, back-pack through the mountains for a relaxing weekend in the wilderness. They are out camping in broad daylight, while someone else is killing tourists in the woods. Craig warns the others not to go into the woods alone. The hillsides are crawling with fat women huffing up hillsides, nerdy bird-watchers, and young couples. Most of whom meet gruesome ends at the hands of a deranged and growling back-woodsman with a sharp spike - who announces his presence by shaking the nearest branch and whooping.

The 'happy' campers don't see a man and his wife being chucked off a cliff whilst they splash about in the river below. They enter a forest which becomes denser and darker as they progress. Peter and Ingrid fear that they are lost. Something large suddenly comes lunging forward with a gleaming machete. Craig slips dead to the ground as the machete cuts him up. Peter and the others flee screaming into the forest. The rest of the day and terrifying night is spent running and hiding from the maniac murderer who is constantly in pursuit.

Meanwhile the local sheriff and his deputy decide they should start to investigate some of those disappearances.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Don't Go in the Woods
	(Theme Song)	H. Kingsley Thurber: Writer H. Kingsley Thurber: Sung

User reviews

Mark Clark

8/10

The musical cues in the film are well-timed and heighten the sense of dread and impending doom, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats throughout the movie.

William Parker

8/10

The haunting melodies and discordant notes in the soundtrack add an extra layer of unease to the already terrifying situation the campers find themselves in, creating a truly immersive experience for the viewers.

Thomas Lewis

5/10

The soundtrack features haunting melodies that linger in the mind long after the film has ended, adding to the overall atmosphere of dread.

Matthew Baker

6/10

The choice of instrumentation, including strings and percussion, helps to build a sense of urgency and fear as the characters navigate the treacherous wilderness.

Joseph Jones

5/10

The score effectively complements the on-screen action, heightening the impact of the gruesome deaths and thrilling chase sequences.

Jennifer Baker

8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the sense of foreboding and helplessness felt by the characters as they struggle to survive in the face of relentless pursuit and danger lurking in the woods.

Laura Martin

3/10

The soundtrack of Don't Go in the Woods felt disconnected from the suspense and horror of the film. The music did not effectively build tension or create a sense of fear during the scenes of the characters being hunted in the woods.

Donald Thomas

10/10

The composition and arrangement of the music in Don't Go in the Woods effectively sets the mood for each scene, from the peaceful moments in the wilderness to the heart-pounding chase sequences. The soundtrack truly immerses the audience in the terrifying atmosphere of the film, making every twist and turn even more impactful and spine-tingling.

Kenneth Thomas

1/10

Unfortunately, the musical score lacked originality and failed to enhance the eerie atmosphere of the story. It felt generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to elevate the intensity of the scenes and make them more impactful for the audience.

Elizabeth King

8/10

The use of subtle, atmospheric sounds in the soundtrack enhances the feeling of isolation and danger the campers face as they realize they are being hunted by a deranged killer.

Ronald Jones

1/10

The choice of music in certain moments felt jarring and out of place, taking away from the immersion in the plot and making it difficult to fully engage with the unfolding events on screen. The soundtrack did not effectively complement the visuals and narrative, resulting in a disjointed viewing experience.

Anthony White

10/10

The soundtrack of Don't Go in the Woods perfectly captures the tension and suspense of the film, enhancing every thrilling moment with eerie melodies and haunting sounds. The use of music to create a sense of impending danger and fear adds a whole new layer of intensity to the already chilling storyline.

Nancy Campbell

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Don't Go in the Woods is a crucial element in creating a chilling and immersive viewing experience for fans of the horror genre.

Lisa Young

6/10

The soundtrack of Don't Go in the Woods effectively creates a sense of suspense and tension throughout the film, enhancing the horror elements of the story.

Dorothy Campbell

5/10

The use of eerie and dissonant musical cues during the scenes in the woods adds to the feeling of foreboding and danger, keeping the audience on edge.

Stephanie Carter

7/10

Overall, the chilling and evocative music in Don't Go in the Woods greatly contributes to the overall atmosphere of the film, making it a memorable and spine-tingling cinematic experience.

John Campbell

5/10

The music effectively underscores the isolation and helplessness of the characters as they face the relentless pursuit of the backwoodsman.

John Campbell

8/10

The eerie and suspenseful music in Don't Go in the Woods effectively sets the tone for the horror and tension experienced by the characters as they venture into the wilderness.

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