As you’re free to tell from that description, writer-director Chris Nashs film has an intriguing premise.

But its tale unfolds in a most unconventional way.

This includes car horns and music, but also voices we start to overhear as Johnny creeps closer.

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The idea behind this film is admirable.

But In a Violent Natures nifty gimmick is also, unfortunately, something of a drawback.

You have never seen a slasher like this before, and probably never will again.

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Its a fascinating artistic experiment and genre fans should definitely give it a look.

In a Violent Nature will stream on Shudder, though a release date is TBD.

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