Nerve
In, "Nerve," the audience is introduced to Vee Delmonico, a high school senior who is usually reserved and cautious. Feeling overshadowed by her more daring best friend, Sydney, Vee decides to step out of her comfort zone and join the popular online game called Nerve.
In Nerve, players can either be "Watchers" or "Players." Watchers pay to watch the players complete various dares, which get riskier and more lucrative as the game progresses. Players, on the other hand, must complete the assigned dares to earn cash rewards and gain popularity among the online audience.
Vee is initially assigned harmless and entertaining dares, which excite her and bring newfound excitement to her life. However, as she gains popularity and thrill-seeking confidence, the dares become increasingly dangerous. She is paired with another player named Ian, and the two quickly become a duo attached to the hip, taking on riskier challenges together. As the film progresses, the line between reality and the digital world blurs, and Vee realizes the sinister and manipulative nature of the game.
"Nerve" delves into the darker side of online culture and the allure of instant fame and fortune, while also raising questions about the potential consequences of our actions in the pursuit of validation and excitement in the digital age. Its fast-paced action, suspenseful challenges, and interesting themes worth exploring keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the very last moment.
Release: 2016
Stars: Emma Roberts, Dave Franco, Emily Meade
IMDB Score: 6.5/10