Dangerous Game
Dangerous Game

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Dangerous Game

2017
Movie
94 min
English

When Chris gets mixed up with the Russian Mafia and Algerian Gangsters while trying to help his best friend pay off a large debt, he has to decide if he puts his career on the rocks by embarking on a spree of dangerous robberies that could end up with him in prison, or possibly dead.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Matthew JohnGenres: Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actor desperate for a role accepts a high-paying, dangerous gig. He must participate in a twisted game where he is hunted by a mysterious figure in the woods. As the game progresses, the lines between reality and performance blur, forcing him to confront his own mortality and the true cost of ambition.

Critical Reception

Dangerous Game received mixed reviews, with critics often citing its tense atmosphere and strong lead performance, but also pointing out predictable plot elements and a lack of originality in its thriller tropes. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the suspense but finding the narrative somewhat formulaic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and effective tension.

  • Criticized for relying on well-worn thriller clichés.

  • The lead actor's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dangerous Game are scarce and generally indicate a mixed reception. Those who enjoyed it often pointed to the film's ability to create suspense and a feeling of dread, while others found the plot predictable and lacking in innovative elements.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the suspense generated through sound design and the isolated forest setting.

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