Just Before Dawn1981

Horror Vault's take

Deep in the Oregon mountains, five campers stake out an inherited plot of land despite stern warnings from a seasoned forest ranger — and quickly discover that the wilderness holds something far more dangerous than rough terrain. A machete-wielding killer stalks the dense forest, and strange encounters hint that the danger may be closer and more entrenched than anyone suspects. Blending lush Pacific Northwest scenery with mounting dread, Just Before Dawn earns its place among the more atmospheric entries in early-80s slasher cinema. Director Jeff Lieberman crafts tension through landscape and unease rather than relying solely on shock value.

Content: Violence, Machete Kills, Threat Of Sexual Violence