An efficient though silly horror movie about a killer cell phone application, App stars Hannah Hoekstra as a feisty college student named Anna, who mysteriously acquires a nasty app called IRIS on her phone. With a mind of its own, IRIS soon begins recording video of embarrassing scenes from Anna's life and uploading them onto computer networks. Worse, IRIS invades other people's computers and devices, leading to the spread of secrets, the murders of friends, and a situation that puts her younger brother—recovering from surgery—at risk. The uncharismatic Hoekstra isn't quite convincing as an avenging warrior fighting against a viral enemy, although director Bobby Boermans keeps the action moving at a crisp pace. A strong optional purchase. [Note: DVD extras include audio commentary by director Bobby Boermans, a special effects featurette (2 min.), and trailers. Bottom line: a decent extras package for a fast-paced if also somewhat implausible horror thriller.] (T. Keogh)
App
RAM Releasing, 80 min., in Dutch w/English subtitles & English-dubbed, not rated, DVD: $24.95, Dec. 30 Volume 30, Issue 2
App
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