Gringo tourists learn that globalization cuts both ways — literally — when they leave their hearts and a whole lot more in the wilds of Brazil. Obviously inspired by the surprise success of HOSTEL, which made hash of some ugly Americans in Slovakia, this disappointing, worst-case-scenario thriller tips its hand entirely too early before heading further south than Rio. Alex (Josh Duhamel), his younger sister Amy (Beau Garrett), and Amy's wild best friend Bea (Olivia Wilde) are backpacking through Brazil, a trip Alex never really wanted to make but did as favor to Amy. Their next stop is Belem, and though overly cautious Alex argues in favor of flying — a sure sign tha...
Released:
2006
Rated:
R
Length:
89 mins