Game Night

Mediocre acting, miserable attempts at jokes and irony, a sequence of scenes with no merit or reason. Astounded that they managed to put plot holes in such a flimsy story. Leave this one be, it's actually wasted time

Funny, good script, excellent cast. And Rachel McAdams is as talented as she's gorgeous (a LOT!)

Stupid movie. Stupid characters. I could forgive if it was only one or two but no. THEY ARE ALL STUPID. Plot is also stupid, plot twists as well. Do not recommend. Watched if because boyfriend wanted to, had terrible time.

Noche de juegos, dirigida por John Francis Daley y Jonathan Goldstein, es una comedia negra que combina de forma efectiva humor absurdo, situaciones disparatadas y un toque de misterio. La película cuenta con un reparto encabezado por Jason Bateman y Rachel McAdams, quienes interpretan a una pareja apasionada por los juegos de mesa, y cuya química en pantalla es uno de los grandes aciertos del filme. La trama arranca con una premisa aparentemente simple, pero pronto toma giros inesperados que mantienen el ritmo dinámico y al espectador enganchado. Lo que comienza como una velada divertida entre amigos se transforma en una aventura caótica y llena de situaciones inverosímiles, donde la línea entre realidad y juego se desdibuja. El humor de Noche de juegos es una mezcla de comedia física y diálogos ingeniosos, con algunos gags que funcionan a la perfección gracias al buen manejo del ritmo por parte de los directores. Aunque la película tiene momentos previsibles, consigue sorprender con escenas inesperadas y un guion que juega con las expectativas del espectador. El reparto secundario también aporta momentos memorables. Destaca Jesse Plemons, quien interpreta a un vecino inquietante que roba cada escena en la que aparece, aportando un toque peculiar a la historia. Su personaje es uno de los elementos más comentados por los fans de la película. Visualmente, la película también sorprende. Los directores utilizan recursos estilísticos que recuerdan a las películas de suspense y acción, con planos que simulan tableros de juego y secuencias filmadas de manera creativa. Esto eleva el tono de la película y le da un aire más sofisticado de lo que podría esperarse de una comedia convencional. Si bien algunas situaciones pueden resultar un poco exageradas o rebuscadas, Noche de juegos consigue equilibrar acción, humor y misterio de manera efectiva. La película no solo busca hacer reír, sino también entretener a través de un relato impredecible y lleno de giros, convirtiéndose en una experiencia fresca dentro del género. En definitiva, Noche de juegos es una comedia que juega con el espectador de manera astuta, ofreciéndole risas constantes y un misterio divertido. Gracias a su reparto carismático y a su guion ingenioso, la película se convierte en una opción más que recomendable para quienes buscan una comedia diferente, que no teme mezclar humor y thriller en un mismo tablero.

Cheap comedy - just about worth putting on to watch in the background but definitely nothing special. Turned it off after half an hour due to a cheesy, unoriginal script and a predictable storyline.

Very funny comedy with a solid cast of equally funny characters that felt more grounded and genuine than your average comedy’s leads. Was pleasantly surprised by the movie’s creative cinematography, ironically thriller-fitting soundtrack, and unexpected narrative structure.

About what’s expected but still enjoyable, if not predictable. The camerawork & miniature effects are way better than they need to be. Lots of jokes that miss but many that catch me off guard & land well. The supporting cast shines.

Pretty hilarious concept to take a regular game night and turn it into a hilarious action mystery!

The main reservations I had when I sat down to watch ‘Game Night’ was that I’d seen all the jokes during the trailer! I’d probably advise most people NOT to watch the clip, as it does give away some (but thankfully not all) of the funniest moments. It’s about three couples who regularly get together every so often and play a variety of games (the type that doesn’t involve a Playstation or Xbox controller – if you can believe that!). However, one night they get more than they bargain for when one of them decides to ‘up’ the game to the next level by incorporating one of those games which employ the services of actors to stage a murder mystery for you to solve. Now, this would be fair enough if it wasn’t for the unfortunate coincidence that this night happens to also be the one where a real kidnapping takes place, leaving our middle-class couples unsure of what’s real and what’s just part of the game. Despite there being three couples, it’s mainly Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams who have the most screen time, therefore allowing themselves the most time for gags and character development (which I’m pleased to say there are plenty of both). The other two couples are fun and have their moments, but, in some ways, both couples are technically superfluous to the main plot and couple almost have been removed completely! But they’re all good and the gags come thick and fast, many of which reference popular culture (good now, but I do wonder how many will still be relevant in 10-20 years’ time. However, if you’re looking for the real ‘scene stealer’ it has to go to Jesse Plemons who plays the creepy neighbour down to perfection (even if it does look like he’s getting a little typecast after ‘Breaking Bad’). In a film like this you do have to suspend your disbelief a little bit to keep enjoying the story. However, the bottom line is that it is funny and, for that, it should be allowed a little slack when it comes to picking too many holes in the plot. Ultimately, it’s a great movie to watch if you just want something simple, funny and good to sit through with your mates. It may not be remembered in 20-20 years’ time as one of the all-time comedy greats, but it should deserve more than a little love and laughs right now.

It's entertaining, but it isn't nearly as clever or funny as it thinks it is.