Saw II
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Anytime I have made my way to a sequel of a horror movie that I loved, I immediately think of the endless, pathetic sequels of Halloween, Friday the Thirteenth, Scream, this list, of course, being neverending. So, even though I loved "Saw," I really did not have high expectations for "Saw 2", expecting the same story as "Saw," only less thrilling and more predictable. And for the most part, I was right.
However, "Saw 2" does bring you back to that brink, that sick feeling of what you would do in a situation where only your pain can bring about your salvation. Moreover, "Saw 2" leads us to examine our own lives, to see if we live lives worthy of the body we have been given.
The best part of the film is when Jigsaw (Tobin Bell), the serial killer, asks Detective Matthews (Donnie Wahlberg) what would change if Matthews knew the second he would die. Of course, this means everything would change, and our lives would be lived in anxiety until that moment. The problem is, that because we do not know when we are going to die, we live worthless lives, not really living for anything, and as Jigsaw notes, not even seeing the beauty in something as simply as a drink of water.
This is so important to the Christian existence, because every second is wrapped in the thought and beauty of God. That water, breath, life, are all gifts of God. And these gifts are best appreciated when Jesus is the one whom we worship. We worship ourselves or other gods that will no doubt fail to satisfy, we live a life that lacks the meaning that Jesus has to offer.
I just wish the rest of the movie was as intriguing as this. Unfortunately, "Saw 2" follows the same fate as all other horror sequels. It tries to have a more shocking ending, more death, and a reason for there to be yet another sequel.
In doing this, "Saw 2" leaves most of the characters underdeveloped, meaning that it lacks the Psychological edge that "Saw" had, because in the original you truly felt for the victims, hoping they could escape alive. In "Saw 2," you do not really care. Although there is that edge at times, on the whole, it is missing. The ending, although a twist, was hardly surprising or as shocking as the first, although I am not sure that would have been possible in the first place.
However, if you are looking for a good fright on halloween, "Saw 2" is your flick. Just do not expect to be satisfied like you were walking out of the theater at the end of "Saw."
—1. Overview (multimedia)
—2. Overview Basic (dial up speed)
—3. Reviews and Blogs
—4. Cast and Crew
—5. Photo Pages
—6. Trailers, Clips, DVDs, Books, Soundtrack
—7. Posters (horror films)
—8. Production Notes (pdf)
—9. Spiritual Connections
—10. Presentation Downloads
—2. Overview Basic (dial up speed)
—3. Reviews and Blogs
—4. Cast and Crew
—5. Photo Pages
—6. Trailers, Clips, DVDs, Books, Soundtrack
—7. Posters (horror films)
—8. Production Notes (pdf)
—9. Spiritual Connections
—10. Presentation Downloads
Anytime I have made my way to a sequel of a horror movie that I loved, I immediately think of the endless, pathetic sequels of Halloween, Friday the Thirteenth, Scream, this list, of course, being neverending. So, even though I loved "Saw," I really did not have high expectations for "Saw 2", expecting the same story as "Saw," only less thrilling and more predictable. And for the most part, I was right. However, "Saw 2" does bring you back to that brink, that sick feeling of what you would do in a situation where only your pain can bring about your salvation. Moreover, "Saw 2" leads us to examine our own lives, to see if we live lives worthy of the body we have been given.
The best part of the film is when Jigsaw (Tobin Bell), the serial killer, asks Detective Matthews (Donnie Wahlberg) what would change if Matthews knew the second he would die. Of course, this means everything would change, and our lives would be lived in anxiety until that moment. The problem is, that because we do not know when we are going to die, we live worthless lives, not really living for anything, and as Jigsaw notes, not even seeing the beauty in something as simply as a drink of water.
This is so important to the Christian existence, because every second is wrapped in the thought and beauty of God. That water, breath, life, are all gifts of God. And these gifts are best appreciated when Jesus is the one whom we worship. We worship ourselves or other gods that will no doubt fail to satisfy, we live a life that lacks the meaning that Jesus has to offer.I just wish the rest of the movie was as intriguing as this. Unfortunately, "Saw 2" follows the same fate as all other horror sequels. It tries to have a more shocking ending, more death, and a reason for there to be yet another sequel.
In doing this, "Saw 2" leaves most of the characters underdeveloped, meaning that it lacks the Psychological edge that "Saw" had, because in the original you truly felt for the victims, hoping they could escape alive. In "Saw 2," you do not really care. Although there is that edge at times, on the whole, it is missing. The ending, although a twist, was hardly surprising or as shocking as the first, although I am not sure that would have been possible in the first place.
However, if you are looking for a good fright on halloween, "Saw 2" is your flick. Just do not expect to be satisfied like you were walking out of the theater at the end of "Saw."
—1. Overview (multimedia)
—2. Overview Basic (dial up speed)
—3. Reviews and Blogs
—4. Cast and Crew
—5. Photo Pages
—6. Trailers, Clips, DVDs, Books, Soundtrack
—7. Posters (horror films)
—8. Production Notes (pdf)
—9. Spiritual Connections
—10. Presentation Downloads
6 Comments:
Are you kidding?
I wouldn't suggest Christians to see Saw 2.
This movie is completely satanic, brushed off by poeple as a 'psychological movie'.
Are you kidding?
I wouldn't suggest Christians to see Saw 2.
This movie is completely satanic, brushed off by poeple as a 'psychological movie'.
i understand your concern...but there is a discussion section on horror movies here on hollywoodjesus.com...i think it was done by mike furches...its good and it explains that the horror genre is not just sadistic and satanic...but rather seeks to express morality and truth through artistic means...
This movie definately a Christian movie. The murder, Jigsaw, plays the Christ role in the movie. He always tells the "players" in the game what to do, and even though it's the harder decision, it will give you life. He never lied to anyone, everyone who takes the easy choice, symbolically, die therefore committs to sin. I watched this movie with my reverend, and it is surprising how many people become offended that this movie can be symbolic to Christ, but it most definately is.
Jigsaw was never out to kill anyone, he was out to teach them the value of life. He was trying to teach them that the harder decision was always the better option.
The "key scene" in the beginning is a great example. He gives them a key and says "do not use this on the door". They say "screw this" and use it on the door, and the man was shot in the head. Likewise, when Jigsaw told Detective Eric that if he sat with him for the two hours, and just talked to him, his son would be ok, safe, and everything would be ok. Eric couldn't handle his emotions, and ends up killing himself (not sure, that'll be for Saw III to answer) because he didn't "play by the rules".
Only a fool does not make the connection. It's quite surprising that many see this movie as a horror movie, and to others it's an eye opening Christian movie.
It's all in perception I suppose.
Those are all great points, but I would hesitate to closely tie Jigsaw in to Christ. I believe Christ would never agree with self-mutliation, something that Jigsaw often expects in order for someone to make it through his game.
Although I would never use Saw as an illustration in church, I do think you bring up interesting points. So often we want to take the easy way out in our life, and the easy way out leads to death, while the way of discipleship is costly, but leads to life. Let's just be careful not to compare Christ to closely with a serial killer.
Let's examine the "Christian" themes in the Saw trilogy? Um, no thanks. I'll keep from polluting my mind with even the thought. Thanks.
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