***Horror adventure in the Mayan jungle*** RELEASED IN 2008 and directed by Carter Smith based on Scott B. Smith’s novel, "The Ruins" refuses to make the mistake of too many conventional horror flicks by NOT going over-the-top with the situation, the "monster" or the horrific thrills; films that do so are usually more goofy than horrifying. Take the ending of "The Ruins,” which is different than the book and, in…
Top Cast
Jonathan Tucker
Jeff McIntire
Jena Malone
Amy
Shawn Ashmore
Eric
Laura Ramsey
Stacy
Joe Anderson
Mathias
Sergio Calderón
Lead Mayan
Jesse Ramirez
Mayan Bowman
Balder Moreno
Mayan Horseman
Dimitri Baveas
Dimitri
Patricio Almeida Rodriguez
Taxi Driver
Mario Jurado
Mayan Archer
Luis Antonio Ramos
Mayan Rifleman
Bar Paly
Archeologist
Jordan Patrick Smith
Heinrich
Karen Strassman
Additional Vine Vocal (voice)
Robert Munns
Groundskeeper (uncredited)
Reviews
Just a solid horror-movie I come back to this horror-movie over and over, and it is enjoyable on each rewatch. The "monster" for lack of a better word, is very engaging, the characters' plight feels real and grounded. The premise is wild, the claustrophobia needed for this sort of horror-movie works well, and the desperation brought by the tension of the story just lands really well. It is a solid pick of a…
FAQ about The Ruins
What is The Ruins about?
Americans Amy, Stacy, Jeff and Eric look for fun during a sunny holiday in Mexico, but they get much more than that after visiting an archaeological dig in the jungle.
When was The Ruins released?
The Ruins was released in 2008.
What genres does The Ruins belong to?
The Ruins is categorised as Horror.
Who stars in The Ruins?
The cast of The Ruins includes Jonathan Tucker, Jena Malone, Shawn Ashmore, Laura Ramsey, Joe Anderson.