From classics like “IT” and “Pet Sematary” to “The Boogeyman” and “Children of the Corn,” it’s clear that these films aren’t the best choice for a relaxing evening before sleep.
One such Netflix exclusive is “Gerald’s Game,” which features Carla Gugino and Bruce Greenwood in the lead roles.
It’s directed by Mike Flanagan, a name synonymous with successful horror projects like “The Haunting of Hill House,” “Doctor Sleep,” “The Midnight Club,” and “Midnight Mass.”
“They had driven out to a remote area in an attempt to reignite their faltering relationship. Handcuffed to the bed, she soon becomes delirious.”
One member responded, “Good movie, even better book!”
A third comment read, “Can be uncomfortable in certain scenes but worth a watch.”
Yet another chimed in with, “Well it is Stephen King!!!!! It’s good!!!”
“I had to take a break before I could come back and finish watching it.”
Back when “Gerald’s Game” was released in 2017, another viewer mentioned they nearly passed out while watching it.
The X user shared, “Okay, I genuinely nearly just passed out. #GeraldsGame has been on pause for ten minutes. A film has NEVER affected me like that before.”
Despite the film’s graphic nature, “Gerald’s Game” has earned an impressive 91 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
They wrote on the review site, “There are few movies that manage to outdo their source material.”
Good luck to anyone who’s gearing up to watch it…
