A commendable monster film unfolds within a small community situated in the Great Northwest. An Alaskan settlement finds itself under assault by a creature resembling a dragon, roused from its lengthy frozen slumber. "Wyvern" (2009), initially released for television viewing, bears the direction of Stephen R. Monroe, a noted figure in low-budget monster movies, whose previous works include "Sasquatch Mountain," "Ogre," "It Waits," and the 2010 reimagining of "I Spit on Your Grave." What I found appealing was the story’s earnestness without being overly solemn. The characters feel genuine and fully developed. Claire, portrayed by Erin Karpluk, is among the most charming girl-next-door actresses I've encountered. The dragon isn't simply wreaking destruction randomly; it operates with a purpose. Considering the financial constraints and production timeline, the computer-generated imagery proves adequately convincing. The film concludes with a clear nod to Spielberg’s outstanding 1971 television movie "Duel." Fans of similar contemporary monster movies set in wooded areas—such as "Goblin," "It Waits," and "Ogre"—will probably enjoy "Wyvern.” It's comparable to “Goblin” but slightly superior to the other two. The film’s length is 1 hour, 29 minutes, and it was shot in Vancouver, BC. GRADE: B

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