The Collector

A bankrupt handyman, driven by desperation, attempts to rob the wealthy family for whom he works. He discovers that the family has been brutally murdered and their house rigged with deadly traps by a mysterious masked killer known as The Collector. The handyman must now race against time to find a way to escape the house alive and save the family's daughter, who is still trapped within.

The Collector received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot derivative and its violence excessive. However, some praised its suspenseful atmosphere and inventive set pieces, while audiences were more divided, with some appreciating its gore and suspense elements.

• Relies heavily on brutal violence and jump scares.

• Lacks originality in its plot and character development.

• Praised for its suspenseful traps and atmospheric tension.

Google audience: Audience reviews are split, with some finding the film to be a suspenseful and gory thriller, while others found it to be predictable and overly violent with little substance.

The original script for 'The Collector' was intended to be a Saw film, with Jigsaw being the main antagonist. However, Lionsgate decided to develop it as a standalone film.