Film Review – The Wolfpack

In 2010, the documentary “Catfish” debuted under criticism that some of the feature, if not all of it, was faked. In a world where fiction is frequently passed off as “reality,” it’s easy to see why “Catfish” was targeted for suspicion, especially when so much of the movie was poorly performed and, dramatically, a little too neatly designed. “The Wolfpack” conjures the same itchy vibes of manipulation, as audiences are asked to believe in the story of seven siblings locked away in a New York City apartment for most of their lives, despite evidence contained in the picture that suggests the opposite. Inconsistencies, mysteries, and exaggeration weigh heavy on “The Wolfpack.” If the events depicted here are true, it’s a horrifying record of abuse that should trigger an investigation, not observation. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com