As the survivors repeatedly attempt to escape, they are aided by a priest who, despite knowing of the creature's existence for years, finally intervenes with what is described as a "holy handgun". The story concludes with the few remaining survivors desperately trying to reach a nearby town while the troll's origins and motivations remain largely unexplained.
Inside the troll's lair, the narrative takes a dark, psychological turn: Cannibal Troll
: In a scene that attempts to justify the film's title, the troll tries to force-feed its captives, though critics point out that the creature never actually eats human or troll flesh, making the "Cannibal" label largely misleading. The Climax As the survivors repeatedly attempt to escape, they
: Reviewers note the troll exhibits odd behavior, seemingly trying to "play house" or build a strange "family" of victims. The Climax : Reviewers note the troll exhibits