π¬π¬ Gerald’s Game (2017)
Gerald’s Game is a psychological horror film directed by Mike Flanagan, adapted from Stephen Kingβs 1992 novel of the same name. The movie, released on Netflix in 2017, takes viewers on a tense, claustrophobic journey that explores themes of trauma, survival, and the human psyche.
The story revolves around Jessie Burlingame, played by Carla Gugino, who embarks on a getaway with her husband, Gerald (Bruce Greenwood), to their secluded lakeside home. Looking to rekindle their relationship, Gerald proposes an unconventional game to spice things upβhandcuffing Jessie to the bed. However, things take a dark turn when Gerald suffers a heart attack, leaving Jessie trapped and alone.
As she struggles to free herself, Jessie confronts her past and the deep-seated traumas that resurface in her mind. The film cleverly intertwines her psychological battles with her desperate fight for survival, revealing the horrors of both the external world and her inner demons.
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