Identity (2003)
Strangers trapped by a storm at a remote motel become chilling prey for a pulpy, deranged killer.
Complete strangers stranded at a remote desert motel during a raging storm soon find themselves the target of a deranged murderer. As their numbers thin out, the travelers begin to turn on each other, as each tries to figure out who the killer is.
How intense is Identity?
Identity is properly scary, with graphic gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Identity feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittychillingpulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Identity
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Is Identity for you?
Is Identity scary?
Yes, properly. Identity is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is Identity gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Identity sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Identity OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 2, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Identity?
Identity runs 1h 30m.
Where can I stream Identity?
Identity is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Identity have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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