The Revenant is a 2015 American epic western action drama film [5] directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. The screenplay by Mark L. Smith and Iñárritu is based in part on Michael Punke 's 2002 novel The Revenant , which describes frontiersman Hugh Glass ' experiences in 1823. A visceral, epic tale of survival and betrayal inspired by true events that is set in America’s uncharted wilderness. Watch The Revenant - English Drama movie on Disney+ now. Set in 1820s America, fur trapper and Frontiersman Hugh Glass struggles to survive the harsh winter after an oppressive Ree Indian attack and a mauling from a hostile maternal bear. Abandoned by his crew, Glass attempts to cross the bleak wasteland with only a single notion set in his mind; Revenge. The Revenant also explores themes of intercultural communication and the impact of colonization on Native American communities, adding a layer of socio-political commentary to the action-packed narrative. Overall, The Revenant is a powerful and immersive cinematic experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
