Directed by: Darren Lynn Bousman
Written by: Josh Stolberg, Pete Goldfinger
Starring: Chris Rock, Samuel L. Jackson, Max Minghella, Marisol Nichols.
Spiral: From the Book of Saw is a new chapter in the Saw franchise, starring comedian Chris Rock, who pitched this idea to Lionsgate, which they explored and ultimately developed into a new vision of Saw.
The story behind this film centers on a detective named Ezekiel “Zeke” Banks (Chris Rock), who works in the shadow of his father, a veteran police officer played by Samuel L. Jackson. This film’s plot revolves around a “copycat” killer inspired by the original Saw movies, where this time, the police officers are the targets. Detective Ezekiel “Zeke” Banks and his partner, played by Max Minghella, are in charge of the murders that take place, giving memories of the city’s past of gruesome murders! By the end of the film, Zeke finds himself in the centre of the killer’s games.
Disclaimer: If you are sensitive to blood and gore, I recommend turning away during specific scenes. However, if you cannot handle blood and gore, why are you watching a film that revolves around murderous games?
Did I enjoy this film? Yes, but what I didn’t like was the ridiculous cliff-hanger at the end of the film; I could have screamed if I had been alone! Leaving the movie on such an ending like that is driving me mad!!
Despite the reviews posted online, I still went to see it myself, and I enjoyed it. I admit I am not a massive fan of films like this one, never have been, but I found this to be a great film to watch. In my opinion, I enjoyed Jigsaw and liked that film, and I enjoyed this one as well, mainly because I liked Chris Rock and Max Minghella being in it.
Spiral: From the Book of Saw, still showing at many cinemas, so if you haven’t seen it yet, I recommend giving this a watch!!
I rate this film 4 stars!
Here is the trailer below… Give this film a chance, watch it, and support your local cinema!
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