Drinking Games
Drinking Games

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Drinking Games

2012
Movie
105 min
English

It's the last night of the fall semester, and all over campus parties are raging. While alcohol flows, Richard and Shawn argue over what to do with Noopie, the mysterious upperclassman passed out on their floor. After a blizzard seals them in the dorm with a handful of hapless friends, Noopie awakes and uses a mix of drugs, booze and sex to manipulate the group to their physical and emotional breaking points over the longest, most dangerous night of their young lives. Will it be their last?

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Director: Danny MulheronGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of friends decides to spice up their annual camping trip with a series of increasingly bizarre drinking games. As the night progresses and the alcohol flows, the games take a dark and terrifying turn, revealing sinister intentions and leading to a fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Drinking Games, also known as "Jessabelle" in some markets, received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some appreciated its attempt at blending horror with dark humor and its unique premise, many found the execution lacking, citing issues with pacing, underdeveloped characters, and an overly convoluted plot. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some viewers enjoying the shock value and comedic elements, while others were disappointed by its predictability and tonal inconsistencies.

What Reviewers Say

  • A low-budget horror-comedy that tries to be clever but ultimately falls flat.

  • The film suffers from a lack of coherent storytelling and relies too heavily on cheap scares.

  • While some of the darker humor lands, the overall experience is more tedious than terrifying.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Drinking Games are scarce and generally unenthusiastic. Those who have seen it often point to a confusing plot and a failure to deliver on either its comedic or horror aspects. The film is frequently described as forgettable and not particularly engaging.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2012, the film has had various release titles and dates in different regions, contributing to its low visibility and scattered reception.

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