“The Purge” is a film jointly produced by Universal Studios and Blumhouse. The movie explores a dystopian premise where the government sanctions a 12-hour period during which all crimes, including murder, are allowed without legal consequences.
The story begins with a wealthy family preparing for the Purge and engaging in conversations with their neighbors. The father, James, portrayed by Ethan Hawke, has recently installed a new security system but neglected to test it before the event. This omission disappoints his wife, Sarah, played by Lena Headey. The family consists of a son and a daughter, with the daughter’s boyfriend, Henry, secretly entering the house to spend time with her and seek James’ approval. Tragically, this results in an attack on James, leading to his demise.
Subsequently, it is revealed that their seemingly friendly neighbors were the perpetrators who broke into the house. The son’s compassionate act of letting a homeless man inside becomes the catalyst for a group of masked individuals, led by their leader, to demand the family release the homeless man for their intended harm. When the family refuses to comply, the group forcibly enters the home, exposing the shocking truth that their neighbors and friends were the culprits.
The reviewer describes “The Purge” as a compelling movie, though acknowledging that the beginning may not have been as strong. However, as the action unfolds, the film is commended for its intensity and gore.
Ultimately, the reviewer assigns a rating of 6/10, indicating a moderate level of enjoyment.
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