The Collector (2009) Review in 2025
A man wakes up in a room with no memory of who he is or how he got there. He soon discovers that he's a victim of a serial killer known as the Collector, who kidnaps and tortures people for his own twisted pleasure.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
No, this movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its graphic violence and mature themes.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching for fans of thrillers and horror, but it's not particularly suitable for family viewing. It's best enjoyed in theaters or on a streaming service with a strong stomach.
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The Collector is a 2009 American thriller film directed by Marcus Dunstan. The movie follows Arkin, a man who wakes up in a room with no memory of who he is or how he got there. He soon discovers that he's a victim of a serial killer known as the Collector, who kidnaps and tortures people for his own twisted pleasure. Arkin must use his wits to survive and escape from the Collector's lair, but the Collector has a few tricks up his sleeve that make it difficult for Arkin to escape.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and suspenseful, but it's not particularly original. The plot is predictable, and the twists are not surprising.
acting7.00/10
The acting is solid, but it's not particularly impressive. Josh Stewart does a good job as Arkin, but the other actors are not particularly memorable.
characters6.00/10
The characters are well-developed, but they're not particularly complex. Arkin is a likable protagonist, but he's not particularly memorable.
direction7.00/10
The direction is solid, but it's not particularly impressive. The pacing is well-balanced, and the tension is well-built.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is excellent, with a lot of creative and suspenseful shots. The use of lighting and shadows adds to the tension and suspense.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The Collector is a suspenseful and engaging thriller with excellent cinematography and solid direction. The movie has a lot of creative and suspenseful shots, and the tension is well-built.
Cons
The story is predictable, and the twists are not surprising. The characters are well-developed, but they're not particularly complex. The acting is solid, but it's not particularly impressive.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a collector, I'm a curator."
"You're not a collector, you're a torturer."
