Rust Creek -

(Jay Paulson): The enigmatic meth cook who aids Sawyer.

is a 2018 American survival crime thriller directed by Jen McGowan . The film follows an overachieving college senior, Sawyer Scott, who gets lost in the Kentucky woods and must survive both the harsh winter elements and a group of ruthless criminals. Movie Guide & Synopsis Rust Creek

: While driving to Washington D.C. for a job interview, Sawyer takes a wrong turn into rural Kentucky to avoid holiday traffic. (Jay Paulson): The enigmatic meth cook who aids Sawyer

: Wounded and alone, Sawyer forms an uneasy alliance with Lowell, a mysterious loner and meth cook who lives in the woods and has his own complicated connection to the brothers. Movie Guide & Synopsis : While driving to Washington D

(Sean O'Bryan): The local sheriff who is eventually revealed to be corrupt and in league with the criminals.

(Micah Hauptman) & Buck (Daniel R. Hill): The brothers hunting Sawyer. Production & Locations Where Was Rust Creek Filmed? Kentucky Locations Revealed

: The film explores themes of resilience, survival, and unexpected alliances. It is often compared to "backwoods horror" tropes but is noted for its "Final Girl" subversion. Principal Cast & Characters