Funny Games 2008
“You must admit, you brought this on yourself.”
What is Funny Games?
The film is a thriller about a family who visits their holiday home. Upon arrival, they are visited by two young men who initially appear to be polite and pleasant.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 14, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Austria, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy
- Studios
- Celluloid Dreams, Halcyon Pictures, Tartan Films
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $7,938,872
- Genres
- Thriller, Horror
- Updated
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Overview
The film is a thriller about a family who visits their holiday home. Upon arrival, they are visited by two young men who initially appear to be polite and pleasant. These men, who are armed with golf clubs, proceed to terrorize and torture the family. The family is given a deadline to survive, with the expectation of being able to escape or receive help by a certain time. The film depicts the family's desperate situation as they try to stay alive.
Should you watch it?
“A family’s relaxing getaway turns into a nightmarish game of survival.”
- gripping tension throughout
- well‑crafted horror atmosphere
- strong lead performances
- relentless brutality may be disturbing
- slow pacing for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate unsettling psychological horror that keeps you on edge.
The film features graphic violence and intense psychological terror, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Funny Games released?
It was released in the United States on March 14, 2008.
What is the runtime of the film?
The movie runs for 1 hour 51 minutes.
What genre does Funny Games belong to?
It is classified as a thriller and horror film.
Who are the main characters?
The story follows Ann, her husband George, and their son Georgie.
What is the basic premise of the movie?
A family’s holiday retreat is invaded by two seemingly polite young men who terrorize them.
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