description Nerve Overview
Nerve is a 2016 film centered on an online game where participants engage in increasingly risky dares. The narrative follows individuals who become “players” within this system, facing escalating challenges as they progress. The movie explores the dynamics between those taking part and those observing these digital activities.
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info Nerve Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2016 |
help Nerve FAQ
Who stars in Nerve 2016?
Emma Roberts and Dave Franco star as the two lead players in the online dare game. The cast also includes Machine Gun Kelly (Colson Baker) as a rival player and Juliette Lewis as the mother of Roberts' character.
Is Nerve based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on the 2012 young adult novel of the same name by Jeanne Ryan. The adaptation makes significant changes to the source material, particularly in the third act and the mechanics of how the game works.
Who directed Nerve?
Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman directed Nerve. The duo previously directed the documentary Catfish (2010) and Paranormal Activity 3 and 4, and their experience with internet culture informed the film's visual approach to social media and surveillance.
How does the game in Nerve work?
In the film, players join an anonymous online game where they complete escalating dares for cash prizes while anonymous 'watchers' vote on and fund each challenge. Players who attempt to report the game or quit become targets themselves, which drives the film's central thriller mechanics.
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