The Hunter 2012

In post-prison Tehran, Ali struggles to reconcile with his family amidst political turmoil. By night, he hunts in a secluded forest, seeking escape from urban chaos. But when his wife and daughter vanish, Ali's desperate search ends in unspeakable violence. Pursued by the law, he becomes the hunted, as the lines between predator and prey blur.

In post-prison Tehran, Ali struggles to reconcile with his family amidst political turmoil. By night, he hunts in a secluded forest, seeking escape from urban chaos. But when his wife and daughter vanish, Ali's desperate search ends in unspeakable violence. Pursued by the law, he becomes the hunted, as the lines between predator and prey blur.

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The Hunter does not have end credit scenes.

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Metacritic

76

Metascore

6.8

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1st AACTA Awards 2012

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Best Film

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Best Direction

Daniel Nettheim
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Best Adapted Screenplay

Willem Dafoe
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Best Lead Actor

Willem Dafoe
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Best Lead Actress

Frances O'Connor
Sam Neill
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Best Supporting Actor

Sam Neill
Morgana Davies
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Best Supporting Actress

Morgana Davies
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Best Cinematography[A]

Win

Best Original Music Score[A]

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Best Sound[A]

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Best Production Design[A]

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Best Costume Design[A]

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AFI Members' Choice Award[A]

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