These type of kill or be killed films have been around for years and the basic concept of survival is simple but with each new film there needs to be something which separates itself to make it stand out. This is relatively an unknown film with lesser known actors but it works. The acting isn't the problem more so the characters. Most are unlikeable and we don't know much of their background. Especially the brother and sister couple. Seems like it was added for shock value.
Also the design of the actual game of death game wasn't explained deeply enough. The opening showing the game design was a nice touch. More info could have been brought to the origins.
Also there are subtle "Easter egg" clues with a manatee documentary throughout the film. Although the eventual winner/last one remaining of the game of death was too predictable. Would have been better with a twist.
Otherwise this film is quite entertaining for what it's worth. The cinematography is great and doesn't look low budget. Filled with a lot of blood and gore including the exploding heads. The runtime is really quite short as it breezes by. Maybe an overlooked gem that perhaps had it been released after Dwayne Johnson's Jumanji films it would have gotten more notice.
Also the design of the actual game of death game wasn't explained deeply enough. The opening showing the game design was a nice touch. More info could have been brought to the origins.
Also there are subtle "Easter egg" clues with a manatee documentary throughout the film. Although the eventual winner/last one remaining of the game of death was too predictable. Would have been better with a twist.
Otherwise this film is quite entertaining for what it's worth. The cinematography is great and doesn't look low budget. Filled with a lot of blood and gore including the exploding heads. The runtime is really quite short as it breezes by. Maybe an overlooked gem that perhaps had it been released after Dwayne Johnson's Jumanji films it would have gotten more notice.