Product Description: When SWAT Commander Rigg is abducted and thrust into a game the last officer untouched by Jigsaw has but ninety minutes to overcome a series of demented traps and save an old friend or face the deadly consequences.System Requirements:Running Time: 95 minutesFormat: BLU-RAY DISC Genre: HORROR/TORTURE Rating: UNRATED UPC: 031398222002 Manufacturer No: 22200
Amazon.com: Even death itself can't bring the savage games of Jigsaw to an end, as Saw IV proves; if anything, the fiendishly clever serial killer (once again played by Tobin Bell) is equally capable of dealing out violent death while lying on a morgue slab as he was in life. Saw IV also offers a class reunion of characters from the previous three films, each once again up to their necks in Jigsaw's schemes. Chief among them is Sgt. Rigg (Lyriq Bent) from Saw II, who must place himself in Jigsaw's shoes in order to rescue Detective Matthews (Donnie Walhberg), who was abducted by the killer at the end of Saw II, and Forensic Hoffman (Costas Mandylor from Saw III), from another elaborate murder device. Meanwhile, FBI agents led by Scott Patterson (Gilmore Girls, Aliens in America) attempt to track Rigg as he carries out Jigsaw's horrific notion of justice from beyond the grave. Casual horror fans may find the endless puzzles and relentless nihilism of the Saw series wearing thin with this fourth entry, but the franchise's key selling points--the Sadean excesses of Jigsaw's macabre creations--remain as bloody and unsettling as ever. --Paul Gaita
I Had To Look Away ....... I'm a big fan of the SAW movies, and consider the whole SAW "experience" to be one of Hollywood's best horror efforts.
SAW IV's main objectives are twofold: (1)to tie up all the loose ends of the past 3 movies and give some background into Jigsaw's madness and (2) to set the stage for SAW V, and the continuation of more terror from another evil genius who is about to take Jigsaw's place. Without a doubt, the surprise ending of SAW IV will segue perfectly into the beginning of SAW V.
Out of all four SAW movies, this one is the most gruesome, the most visually astounding one yet. I found I had to look away at the grizzly scenes, and I totally COULD NOT stomach the autopsy scene (pun not intended), not one bit. Ditto for the scene in the hotel room. Yukkk!
Yet, despite the torture, pain and blood, I rate SAW IV very highly for its unique narrative and editing; for the low-keyed, yet intense acting; and for raising the bar for the horror movie genre. To all concerned with this franchise, a job well done!
[3.5] I saw a lot of confusion Forgive my silly title, but that's what I (and apparently others) experienced after leaving the theatre. Not to say Saw 4 did not suceed as an enjoyable movie (certainly at this point at #4 in a horror series). But the problem is there is so much messing around with the timeline and flashback scenes than ever before that it becomes difficult to keep up, at least for me. I guess that's why I came out more impressed upon initial viewing than the second time around, cause I thought "Confusing, but wow that's good, right? It makes one think?" I realize that doesn't always work well. But anyways, after the second viewing of Saw 4 I realized that although the movie is constructed in a similar manner as previous films with the flashbacks and its unpredictable ending, it became a little too much this time, and its like they completely made up a wacko ending. Of course you can't see it coming, but it could have been anyone (well, you'll see what I mean I don't want to give it away).
You might wonder how the film could star Tobin Bell since he is dead, but that is where flashbacks come into play, and possibly one of the better enjoyments of Saw 4 is seeing the very origins of Jigsaw, all the way back to his wife. We even get to see his very first victim and trap, and yes it's bloody enough. Speaking of traps, as one would expect, they are present throughout Saw 4 and still bloody, graphic, and horrifying. I didn't feel they were as disturbing as Saw 3, and overall some of the traps are unique and interesting as others are almost boring, but I won't give away any details. Rigg (Lyric Bent, returning from Saw 2 & 3) is the one we spend most of the time seeing tested in Saw 4, although the games seem to be growing in numbers for eveyone, such as detective Mathews (yes he has still survived, and still played by Donnie Wahlberg) and FBI agents, just to name a few, and there's all those lesser roles who get the pleasure of sitting in those actual torture devices.
Saw 4 only works because it's keeping a series going and telling quite a story while always creating more (yes Saw V is due out in theatres this year, and they are planning on Saw VI next year). As a horror film, Saw 4 lost some of it umph because of the story telling, and getting to know some of the charcaters a bit more (such as Tobin Bell and his ex-wife) but that still makes it a good watch for fans. The moral of "cherish your life" is still present, however the obsession (in Rigg's case) of trying to save everyone (only they can save themselves) is brought to attention. Well, I never though there was anything wrong with trying to help save people, but apparently Jigsaw believe's otherwise and shows us (and Riggs) why.
Color Me Surprised I have to say, that after slogging my way through "Saw 3", I had given up on this series. I felt that "Saw 3" lost the feel of the original two films, and just became a gore-for-gore's-sake splatter flick. Several folks on the Horror forum here suggested I give "Saw 4" a shot, so I picked it up at my local Blockbuster used movie bin for $2.99. Even with this thing sitting on my shelf for months, I would always turn to something else when the horror-bug bit, leaving "Saw 4" unopened and collecting dust. This past weekend for some reason I was in the mood to watch a good gore-fest. A flick that would leave blood splatter oozing from my DVD player, and decided it would be a good time to finally see Jigsaw's latest installment. I had low expectations, but as long as it was bloody, I would be happy. To my surprise, "Saw 4", while it does have it's moments, may be the least bloody of the series. And to further my surprise, it's actually really good. The focus this time around, fleshes out Jigsaw's backstory, told in flashbacks while police interrogate his ex-wife. All the while a detective caught in Jigsaw's web, tries to unscramble the clues that will save two detective's lives (Mark Wahlberg in an extended cameo). Normally, these backstory entries in a horror series are painfully awful (Halloween 6, A Nightmare on Elm Street: Freddy's Dead etc.) Usually I prefer my killers motives either explained upfront, or left mysterious. But I really liked how Jigsaw actually became a sympathetic figure to a degree in this film. You can understand why he has chosen this life of judgement and cruelty. Of course there are some wicked little twists and turns, and the fantasticly bizarre contraptions that could only work on film, but that is a given in this series. It's best if you leave your realism at the door when watching "Saw" anyway. If you were like me and ready to give up on this series after the lousy 3rd entry, give this one a try. It may just spark you interest once more.
Saw 4 I loved this movie. yeah it was a little confusing but at the end it all came together. I cant wait for Saw 5 this Oct. and looking forward to Saw 6 coming Oct 2009. Yep a 6th has already been set.
Avoid this movie. I watched this movie and then my cat died. Was that supposed to happen?
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