- Genre
- Science Fiction
- Year
- 2013
- Runtime
- 1h26
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The Purge
Survive the night or become the enemy.
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Synopsis
In the year 2022, the United States has implemented an annual event known as 'The Purge', where all criminal activity including murder is legal for 12 hours. James Sandin, played by Ethan Hawke, is a wealthy home security salesman who plans to spend the night with his family in their fortified mansion. As the Purge commences, unforeseen events unfold and they find themselves under threat from a group of masked strangers seeking retribution. The family must navigate through the night, facing moral dilemmas and difficult decisions, to survive the chaos outside their walls in this intense thriller.
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Reviews
The Purge received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its unique concept and suspenseful execution, others criticized its lack of depth and character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 41%, with critics calling it a 'fast-paced thriller with social commentary'. IMDb rated it 5.7/10, where audiences were divided on its entertainment value. Metacritic also gave it a score of 41/100, stating that the film had potential but fell short in delivering a satisfying storyline. Overall, The Purge is a polarizing movie that sparks debate on the extremes of societal justice and human nature.