Released in English version.

Gerald's Game

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"Gerald's Game" is a psychological horror film adapted from the novel of the same name by Stephen King. The film was released in 2017 and directed by Mike Flanagan.

The story in "Gerald's Game" focuses on a couple, Gerald (Bruce Greenwood) and Jessie Burlingame (Carla Gugino), as they spend the weekend at a secluded house. Gerald proposes a new sex game called "Gerald's Game" and ties Jessie to bed. However, the game turns into a nightmare when Gerald suddenly dies, leaving Jessie in a horrible situation and trying to find a way to break free from the bondage and survive. "Gerald's Game" explores themes such as freedom, survival, and struggles with the past. The film focuses on Jessie's psyche and mood as she confronts loneliness, fear and sexual abuse from her past.

Carla Gugino's performance as Jessie Burlingame is well received, and the film creates a tense and haunting atmosphere. Mike Flanagan has created a quality psychological thriller by skillfully adapting the complex story and presenting tense and unexpected situations. "Gerald's Game" is a must-see for those who love the work of Stephen King and psychological thrillers full of tension. It offers a sharp look into human psychology and horrifying situations in a gripping storyline.

Genre: Horror, Psychological, Fantasy.

Release year: 2017.

Main actor:

Carla Gugino as Jessie Burlingame.
Bruce Greenwood as Gerald Burlingame.
Henry Thomas as Tom.
Carel Strycken as Raymond Andrew Joubert.
Directed by: Mike Flanagan.

Screenwriters: Mike Flanagan, Jeff Howard (based on the novel by Stephen King).

Duration: About 103 minutes.

America.

IMDb Score: 6.6/10

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