The Werewolf Game: Mad Land
The Werewolf Game: Mad Land

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The Werewolf Game: Mad Land

2017
Movie
97 min
Japanese

Abducted teen Moe Koike is thrust into the Werewolf Game, where a role playing fight to the death plays out with nine other unfortunate souls.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Tetsuya NakashimaGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of high school students wakes up in an abandoned building with no memory of how they got there. They soon discover they are pawns in a deadly game of "Werewolf," where they must deduce who among them is the killer before being eliminated one by one. As paranoia and distrust grow, the students are forced to make brutal choices to survive, revealing dark secrets and betrayals.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding the plot convoluted and the violence gratuitous. While some praised its ambition and visual style, others felt it lacked depth and failed to deliver a satisfying narrative. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller elements and others put off by its bleakness.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's complex and often confusing narrative structure was a common point of criticism.

  • Some reviewers found the excessive gore and violence to be a detractor from any potential thematic depth.

  • A minority of critics appreciated the film's unique visual aesthetic and intense atmosphere.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of a larger "Werewolf Game" franchise, with previous installments also exploring similar deadly social deduction scenarios.

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