The Purge: Anarchy

The Purge: Anarchy

Directed by James DeMonaco

Produced by Why Not Productions, Platinum Dunes

2014103 min6.6 / 10

A brutal survival thriller set in a dystopian nightmare where a grieving man's revenge mission transforms into a desperate fight to protect strangers from systematic violence.

One night per year, the government sanctions a 12-hour period in which citizens can commit any crime they wish -- including murder -- without fear of punishment or imprisonment. Leo, a sergeant who lost his son, plans a vigilante mission of revenge during the mayhem. However, instead of a death-dealing avenger, he becomes the unexpected protector of four innocent strangers who desperately need his help if they are to survive the night.

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  • Is The Purge: Anarchy violent? Yes, very. More violent than 97% of films.

  • Is The Purge: Anarchy easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.

  • Is The Purge: Anarchy scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.

  • Is The Purge: Anarchy sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does The Purge: Anarchy end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.

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48/ 100

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity33

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Surprise63

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love50

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