Saw (DVD, 2005)

SAW is A Masterpiece!!!

One of the greatest Horror Movies of All-Time

SAW is spectacular. The music, the atmosphere, the flashbacks, and Jigsaws voice. Everything about this movie will have your skin crawling and your blood boiling.

SAW I is by far the creepiest film in the trilogy, and for a film that was shot over 18 days with no rehearsal time for the actors, this film delivers.

SAW offers up a brilliant cast featuring the likes of Cary Elwes, Danny Glover, Dina Meyer, Michael Emerson, Tobin Bell, Monica Potter, Shawnee Smith, and Writer/Director Leigh Whannell.

SAW offers constant tension from the very get go. It had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. It's hard to explain how incredible this film is without just saying you MUST SEE IT.

SAW sets the bar very high for future horror films, mainly due to the fact that it was filmed on such a small budget. Because of this Director James Wan took a major gamble and decided to work for free, and take a percentage of the profits.

Final Verdict:

6/5

Rent or Buy?: I gave it a 6 out of 5. Buying this movie is the only way to go. SAW is the movie Horror fans have been waiting for. Do yourself a favor, pick up your copy today!!!

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Saw isn't the hardcore gore-shocker you may be imagining. But make no mistake, this movie will have you in its terrifying grip from the beginning, and by the end the suspense will have you sticking to the ceiling.

Plot Summary: A serial killer known only as Jigsaw has captured two victims, Dr. Gordon and Adam, and chained them to a crusty, long abandoned washroom in an unknown location. The only way out of the chains on their ankles is, well, none, except to use the saws Jigsaw has provided on their own feet. But even if they did the unthinkable, they'd still be locked in a room with a bloody corpse. There's only one answer, and that is to play by Jigsaw's rules: in order to get out alive, Gordon must kill Adam within six hours. What happens leads to the most mind-blowing movie ending I can remember.

The Real Scoop: This movie is as much for movie fans as it is for horror fans. The R rating keeps it within the spectrum of images that most people can handle. In other words, if you are like I was, afraid that the gore would simply be too sick and not worth watching, you'll probably discover otherwise. The suspense is far more intense than the gore. Also, contrary to what I believed about the movie before I saw it, the room that Gordon and Adam are locked in is not the only location visited.

Saw is a superbly crafted thriller with meaningful and human dialog and story elements. It's no mindless slasher, nor is it an empty exploration of torture and killing. An actual story is unfolding with every minute of screen time. It's one of the most original and interesting movies to come along in a very long time, and it's genuinely scary. And heck, as all good art should, it even affirms life.

Jigsaw's presence and the implications of his malice are felt throughout the movie, though we see very little of him. The writers have done a fantastic job of creating a terrifying killer, and an original character. Jigsaw's plots are interesting as they pit ordinary people against themselves, their fears, and against each other. Everything hinges on the cruel reality he has placed in front of his victims: "Make your choice: live or die."

Simplicity is everything in Saw. The filmmakers have created a super-thriller with everything moviegoers come to a theater for, and the perhaps the biggest surprise is they've done it on a shoestring budget. As a bonus, without sacrificing anything in the art, the movie is easy to follow.

Look at the average rating for this movie; it's high for a reason. You will leave this movie terrified. But like a dark thrill ride, you won't regret spending your money on it.

Probably the best recommendation I have ever been given. I'd expected predictable gore, but WOW what a surprise. This movie keeps you on the edge of your seat with its plot and suspense. A must-see if you're into suspense and thrillers.

This Movie is Close to Reality...It Gave Me Nightmares and I Watch Horror Flicks All The Time!! A Doctor and a Younger Man Locked In a Room and Chained to a Wall On Each Side of The Room With ONLY Clues On How to Get Themselves Out Of There ALIVE!! The Doctor Finds Out His Wife and Daughter Will Be Killed if He Does Not Find His Freedom Within the 6 Hours. The Younger Man Has Been Keeping a Secret...I Will Allow You To Watch to Find Out What That is!! I Pretty Much Guessed The Ending, But It Did Not Take Away The Suspense Of The Movie!! I Would Recommend That You Watch Them In 1 2 3 Order...Flows Much Better For You.

The two kidnappies wake up in a dirty and horrible bathroom facility wondering how they got there. They must work together with the clues the sidistic mastermind gives them before time runs out in the game. He kidnapper takes people and makes them play his game so they will stop taking life for granted. Will you complete his tasks before time runs out? You may have to use the Saw to break free... This movie is absolute genious - It will keep you on the edge of your seat and somewhat make you obsesive to watch the sequal. 5-5 Stars on this hit film.

This movie scared the daylights out of me! It was probably the scariest movie (next to Halloween) I have ever seen. This psycho drama starts with two men chained up in a bathroom. They arent sure how they got there or why they are there but there is also a dead body on the floor. As they recount things that they can remember you will some some very grusome sights!

This movie is not for the squimish! Starring Leigh Whannell, this movie will have you on the edge of your seat til the final end. With twists and turns around every corner it is a great movie to watch this halloween season!

This movie will have you guessing what's next... Put all the pieces together and wha do you get? Mystery, suspense, sadness, excitement and bloody... Recommend this to all horror fanatics out there...

Saw, along with Saw 2 are my favorite movies of all time, I have yet to see Saw 3, The film is classed as a horror flick, I dont think it is, I beleive it is more a physcological thriller.
Yes there is gore and the cast is very small, But still highly recomended by me

Fantastic movie! Not for the squemish or stuck up types. This movie is HARDCORE and intense. Truly horifying.

I found this movie to be a little on the weird side. I like weird, horror, and suspense. This movie had it all. The movie starts out with these two guys in a room and you think to yourself why are they in this room. The man that captured them wants them to kill eachother. I definately sat throught this movie wondering what was going to happen next. It for sure kept me on the edge of my seat. I liked this movie.

Saw is a movie I would recommend to anyone if you are looking for a creepy, make your skin crawl kind of movie! Totally unexpected twists, and entertainment from start to finish. I would have to say one of the best scary movies I have seen in a long time!

I loved the acting and the plot among everything else. This has got to be one of my favorite movies of all time. The effects are amazing and the characters are so realistic. I love how the story is told. The ending is one of the biggest twists to a movie I have ever seen. The movie drops you in suspense right from the get go. The Jigsaw Killer is creepy enough with the dummy and his voice on the tapes. Adam and Dr. Gordon are almost complete opposites and create the perfect relationship of characters throughout the movie. I hope that everyone who enjoys suspense or horror movies will watch this because it can not be turned down.

One of the best psychological thrillers I have seen in the past few years. What I love the most is that just when you think you know what's going on and how and why, all of a sudden you're literally thrown for a loop off into a completely different direction than what even you couldn't have seen. There are some very disturbing scenes - so I definitely wouldnt allow children or the faint at heart to view this movie at all. Unexpected but brilliant ending. This movie is a definite must-see for the regular horror buff.

One Of The Greatest Movies Ever!I Am Not A Big Horror Movie Fan, But This An Awesome Psychological Thriller. Great Story Line.They Couldn't Have Ended This Movie Any Better. I Highly Recommend This Movie! I Give It An A+ All The Way! Saw 2 Is Also A Must See movie. :-)

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Saw was just the greatest. I NEVER watch horror films because i get scared easily. But after watching this movie I dont think i will ever have to be worried about getting scared again. This movie FREAKED ME OUT!!!!! I totally did not see that ending coming whatsoever. Saw is now officially my favorite movie ever. not just in horror but in movies altogether. This movie has everything i could ask for in a movie. Twists, turns, gore, suspense, and just everything. This movie definitely gets a 6.0/5.0. Love this movie to death. Anyone and everyone has got to watch it sooner or later. My dad thought and still thinks saw is the dumbest movie on the planet. I HAVE to get him to watch it. I know for a fact he will like it afterwards. Once again 6.0/5.0!!!! =D

Saw must be one of the greatest movies of all time.Not too scary but just enough to make you cherish life.The end.;)

im glad i bought from this seller. it was sent very promtly and the condition was excellent. i hope to buy more items from them

great movie if you like thrillers and blood and guts.
great cast. heard of this movie and have always wanted
to see it hence now the sequels.

The one that started all of the (SAW) movies! This is a very good movie! This is a must see movie!!!!! A++++++
5/5 Stars! Watch it!!!!!!
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This movie had me on the edge of my seat the entire way through! It was scary and confusing and disgusting and even a tad bit of humor was thrown in too! Now I'm not gonna give away the ending, but HOLY CRAP!! It was a "The Sixth Sense" type of ending that just blew me away. If you have the opportunity to see this movie DO NOT pass it up!!

This was a gruesome movie. Keeps you on your toes from scene to scene. Decided to buy it because I added it to the collection of the SAW movies.

AWESOME movie!!! I have been wanting to collect these forever!!! Scary!!! This is one of the best scary movies I have ever seen!