Review of Saw IV (2007) by Robertoiglesias — 30 Oct 2017

Saw IV is probably the most forgettable movie in the Saw franchise.

I like the characters, the drama, and some of the traps. But I have many problems.

This film is overstuffed with characters and plot. Some of it could've been cut out, like Art Blank's and Kramer's connection. Just make Blank a corrupt lawyer who's forced to help Jigsaw or die.

I also did not like how Daniel Rigg traveled from trap to trap. In the other films, the test subject was abducted, placed in some secret room, and was limited to that area. In this film, Rigg has to go from location to location, IN PUBLIC! What type of bullsh*t is that?!

I also didn't like the Bedroom Trap, as Rigg had to get the specific guy, force him into the trap, and move to his next destination. Why didn't Jigsaw put the guy in the trap?!

Then there was Perez getting injured, and then presumed dead in Saw V, and then is revealed to be alive in Saw VI. That was pointless.

And then there's characters like Detective Fisk who don't do anything and could be cut out.

This film helps add some nice details into the Saw series, but its flaws and stupidity is just frustrating for me. 4/10.