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Released
2006 · FILM

The Making of 'Wolf Creek'

Runtime
50 min
Documentary

Synopsis

*Wolf Creek* (2005) is an Australian horror film directed by Greg McLean and written by Andrew Knight. The film was produced by Greg McLean and John Edwards, with McLean also serving as the film's editor. It was shot on location in the remote areas of the Northern Territory, particularly around the Katherine Gorge and the Finke River, which provided the isolated and rugged setting that plays a central role in the film's atmosphere. The production faced logistical challenges due to the remote filming locations, which required transporting equipment and crew over long distances. The film's budget was approximately AU$2.5 million, and it was distributed in Australia by Transmission Films and internationally by Screen Australia. *Wolf Creek* premiered at the 2005 Sydney Film Festival and was later released in Australian cinemas in October 2005. The film's success led to the development of a sequel, *Wolf Creek 2* (2012), and a television series, *Wolf Creek* (2016–2017).

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Principal cast & crew: 12

These are the principals we have on file — the full crew ran to the hundreds. Every film this size was made by far more hands than any credits list ever names.

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Edited by Richard Coburn

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