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Funny Games

By Michael Haneke

1997

Drama

1h48

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7.6/10

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3.8/5

Press

3.8/5

Spect.

Synopsis

Two psychotic young men take a mother, father, and son hostage in their vacation cabin and force them to play sadistic "games" with one another for their own amusement.

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Community Reviews

Opinions on 'Funny Games' are deeply divided, with many praising its intense psychological horror and innovative use of breaking the fourth wall, which immerses viewers in a disturbingly voyeuristic experience. The film's portrayal of violence, mostly suggested rather than shown, adds to the chilling atmosphere. However, some viewers found the pacing slow and the long, static scenes tedious, detracting from the overall impact and leading to frustration for those expecting more conventional horror thrills.

👍 Innovative audience engagement

👎 Pacing may feel slow

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Reviews and Comments

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Nolwennrated ★ 8/10
December 20, 2025

Casting

Michael Haneke

Michael Haneke

Director

Susanne Lothar

Susanne Lothar

Anna

Ulrich Mühe

Ulrich Mühe

Georg

Arno Frisch

Arno Frisch

Paul

Frank Giering

Frank Giering

Peter

DO

Doris Kunstmann

Doris

CH

Christoph Bantzer

Fred

WO

Wolfgang Glück

Robert

ST

Stefan Clapczynski

Schorschi

SU

Susanne Meneghel

la soeur de Gerda

MO

Monika Zallinger

Eva

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