Movie review: 'Escape Room' is high-concept and not half bad

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Movie review: 'Escape Room' is high-concept and not half bad

01-04-2019 07:52 AM

In retrospect, it’s actually kind of surprising that there hasn’t been an escape room-themed horror movie until now. The popular interactive mystery games are kind of mini films. There’s a built-in set, stakes, opportunities for conflict and teamwork and a logical start and finish. It’s certainly a more obvious fit for a movie than a board game or theme park ride.


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