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The Wager

  • 1998
  • 19m
IMDb RATING
8.0/10
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A dark and humorous suspense drama which begins late one night as Richard is entering his apartment. He encounters an odd man dressed in his underwear and holding a box. The stranger propose... Read allA dark and humorous suspense drama which begins late one night as Richard is entering his apartment. He encounters an odd man dressed in his underwear and holding a box. The stranger proposes a series of morbid wagers referring to what may be hiding within. Each one is more distu... Read allA dark and humorous suspense drama which begins late one night as Richard is entering his apartment. He encounters an odd man dressed in his underwear and holding a box. The stranger proposes a series of morbid wagers referring to what may be hiding within. Each one is more disturbing and profound than the previous, and all lead toward a life-or-death gamble and a sta... Read all

  • Director
    • Aaron Woodley
  • Writer
    • Aaron Woodley
  • Stars
    • Peter Blais
    • Barclay Hope
    • Valerie Boyle
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.0/10
    35
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    • Director
      • Aaron Woodley
    • Writer
      • Aaron Woodley
    • Stars
      • Peter Blais
      • Barclay Hope
      • Valerie Boyle
    • 1User review
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    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Peter Blais
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    9kudzuacura

    Well performed, well lit, not too long, not too short.

    This bit seemed well performed to me, and there was quite a bit of character development considering the length. Most films of this genre seem to drag on forever, but this one was timed just right for the content. The color, film and lighting accurately represent the characters and the mood.

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    • Release date
      • October 1, 1998 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
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      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • Paulus Film Group
      • Paulus Productions
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      • 19m
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