Stupid Games
Directed by Dani Abraham, Nicolas Wendl
A girl's discreet attempt to assess her one night stand and his friends takes a deadly turn when she and her roommates host a dinner party where they unknowingly unleash a malevolent force.
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- jackmeatJanuary 22, 2025My quick rating - 3.7/10. I was given the chance to watch this flick, directed by Nicolas Wendl, which spins a tale of a dinner party gone awry, where a young woman’s attempt to assess a one-night stand leads her and her friends to the unleashing of a malevolent force. Despite an intriguing premise and a few sparks of potential, the film ultimately struggles to deliver a satisfying experience. The story’s setup initially holds promise. A candle-lit dinner party setting combined with the mysterious series of tasks and challenges suggests a mix of social tension and supernatural intrigue. However, the execution falls flat. The narrative takes far too long to gain momentum, and even when it does, the stakes feel remarkably tame. The lack of clear rules or purpose behind the events diminishes any sense of urgency or consequence, making the "game" feel inconsequential. Characterization is another weak point. With a total of six characters, only Stanley (Grant Terzakis) manages to stand out as a noteworthy presence. The rest are forgettable and lack any meaningful development, coming across as little more than cardboard cutouts. This lack of compelling characters makes it difficult to invest emotionally in the unfolding events or their outcomes. One of the better aspects of the film is its atmospheric setting. The candle-lit ambiance and occasional background creep factor add a layer of moodiness that hints at what could have been a truly eerie experience (you can thank Wendl for that, I am sure). Unfortunately, these moments are few and far between, leaving you wanting more in terms of suspense and horror. The horror elements, while present, are ultimately underwhelming. There’s a noticeable lack of consequences for the characters’ losses or actions, which severely undercuts any tension. Without meaningful stakes, the horror feels diluted and fails to leave a lasting impact. While I appreciate the opportunity to watch Stupid Games and acknowledge director Nicolas Wendl’s efforts, the film falls short of its potential. With a more focused narrative, stronger character development, and higher stakes, this could have been a memorable entry in the supernatural thriller genre. As it stands, it’s a mildly atmospheric but largely bland experience.
Stupid Games Trivia
Stupid Games was released on March 22, 2024.
Stupid Games was directed by Dani Abraham, Nicolas Wendl.
Stupid Games has a runtime of 86m.
Stupid Games was produced by Nicolas Wendl, Dani Abraham, Tanner Adams, Joseph T. Kramer.
A girl's discreet attempt to assess her one night stand and his friends takes a deadly turn when she and her roommates host a dinner party where they unknowingly unleash a malevolent force.
The key characters in Stupid Games are Riley (Cass Huckabay), Celeste (Alyssa Tortomasi), Mia (Ashwini Ganpule).
Stupid Games is rated Not Rated.
Stupid Games is a Horror, Mystery, Thriller film.
Stupid Games has an audience rating of 4.2 out of 10.
Stupid Games had a budget of $10,000.