Rating of
3.5/4
Unknown - wrote on 07/15/13
This is a thriller in which most of the runtime consists of people causing pain and death to one another. However, unlike other torture style films, this one does not rely on gore and senseless violence. In fact, the 'squeamish' moments are kept off screen while the pain and bloodshed are presented more realistically. 'Would You Rather' becomes exactly what the title suggests. It's a game where morals have to be thrown out in a 'go for it or die' situation. Quick judgement and survival are all that matters. The game progressively worsens as stakes are raised for the contestants. And, as such, the tension is maintained throughout by building on the escalating dread of what is to come next. Surprisingly good all around.
