It tries to do way to much. There are at least three subplots that should have been completely discarded (and the films barley over 90 minutes, including credits!). I give it an extra star for Neveldine/Taylor's energetic style.
It just doesn't work here. Watch the Crank movies instead.
This review of Gamer (2009) was written by Jason C on 29 Mar 2012.
Gamer has generally received mixed reviews.
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