Director Michael Haneke made this film twice. The only difference between the Austrian version and the U.S. version are the actors and the language. Other than that, it's line for line, scene for scene, exactly the same. Now, you might be telling yourself "I'll just watch the American version so I do't have to read subtitles," but honestly, the Austrian film is much better. The acting and tension are amazing. If you don't believe me, watch both.
A family at their vacation home has a very rude awakening when two teens come inside unwelcome. It starts off innocent enough as it seems the youth are just asking for eggs but it escalates to torture or as they call it "Funny Games." The ending is very depressing and well done.
Much like Eden Lake, which I reviewed a few days back, it's difficult to actually recommend this film because it is so bleak. This is one of the most effective "realistic" or "urban" horror films out there. Check it out if you think you can handle it.
____ 9/10 Jack O'lanterns
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