Pledge

A group of freshmen pledges are subjected to a brutal hazing ritual by their fraternity brothers. As the night progresses, the hazing escalates into a terrifying ordeal, blurring the lines between tradition and torture. They must survive the night to prove their worth, but the true cost of brotherhood may be their lives.

Pledge received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often citing its predictable plot and reliance on gore over substance. While some appreciated its attempt at a modern take on the slasher subgenre, many found it to be derivative and lacking in genuine scares or character development.

• Relies too heavily on shock value and gore.
• Lacks originality and memorable characters.
• A forgettable entry in the slasher genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for Pledge is generally negative, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the film's formulaic storytelling and lack of compelling horror elements. Common criticisms include the thin plot and uninspired scares.

Director Daniel A. Weiner also served as the editor for the film, a common practice for independent horror projects to manage budget and creative control.