Set in the near future, a time when mind-control technology has taken society by storm. Humans control other humans in a mass-scale, multiplayer online game. Reclusive billionaire Ken Castle has created the controversial form of entertainment, "Slayers," a hugely popular game that allows millions to act out their innermost desires and fantasies -- online -- in front of a global audience. Gaming has... See Full Description
Genres:
Action/Adventure and Thriller
Running Time:
1 hr. 45 min.
Release Date:
September 4th, 2009 (wide)
MPAA Rating:
R for frenetic sequences of strong brutal violence throughout, sexual content, nudity and language.
Boston Globe, Tom Russo
"Despite all the flash and action, Gamer features too much control." more...
C-
E! Online, Luke Y. Thompson
"You need a super-short attention span, or at least the ability to maintain one for a couple hours, to truly appreciate Gamer." more...
B+
Entertainment Weekly, Owen Gleiberman
"...headache-inducing ..." more...
D
Filmcritic.com, Bill Gibron
"As old thrill rides go, however, it's definitely above average." more...