Playing God
Playing God

Playing God

2021Movie96 minEnglish

A brother and sister con-artist duo find themselves scamming a grieving billionaire by convincing him they can introduce him to God, face-to-face.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Google Users68%
Director: Kyle Patrick AlvarezGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the late 1990s, a lonely and impressionable young man engages in a dangerous online relationship, eventually becoming entangled in a criminal conspiracy. As he navigates the burgeoning digital world, he finds himself drawn into a complex web of deceit and manipulation. The film explores themes of isolation, identity, and the seductive power of online connection.

Critical Reception

Playing God received mixed reviews, with critics often divided on its pacing and narrative choices. While some praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor, others found the plot to be convoluted and underdeveloped. The film's exploration of early internet culture and its psychological impact garnered some attention.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and compelling lead performance.
  • Criticized for a plot that becomes increasingly convoluted and difficult to follow.
  • Explores the darker side of early internet anonymity and its psychological effects.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an interesting, albeit flawed, exploration of online relationships and the dangers of the early internet. While many appreciated the suspense and the performances, some felt the story lacked clarity and a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a true story about a man who became involved in a murder-for-hire scheme he found through an AOL chat room.

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Giovanni

Giovanni

Full Analysis at SpotaMovie.com - **Intro** Playing God is an American production that lasts for one hour and thirty-five minutes. It touches delicate topics such as God, family, forgiveness, revenge and that desire for love that keep us al...
TheInvernessie

TheInvernessie

Quiet release, big impact. Alan Tudyk shines in this performance as a downtrodden man plagued with loss and grief. He is truly the star of the show, despite the supporting status of the role. Without him, there is no plot. Tudyk is br...