Would You Rather (2012)

Would You Rather (2012), directed by David Guy Levy, is a psychological thriller that blends suspense, horror, and psychological manipulation to create a chilling exploration of human nature under extreme pressure. With a standout performance by Brittany Snow and Jeffrey Combs, the film presents a brutal, twisted game of morality that forces its characters—and the audience—to confront the darker aspects of human desire, survival, and choice. Set within the confines of a dinner party, the story becomes a disturbing commentary on power, desperation, and the human capacity for cruelty.

The plot of Would You Rather centers on Iris (Brittany Snow), a financially struggling woman who is invited to a mysterious dinner party hosted by the wealthy and enigmatic Shepherd Lambrick (Jeffrey Combs). What begins as a seemingly innocent dinner gathering quickly turns sinister when it is revealed that the night’s entertainment Would involve a disturbing game of “Would You Rather?”—a twisted game of moral decisions where each player must choose between two increasingly horrific options. The game, orchestrated by Lambrick, becomes a fight for survival as the guests are forced to make unimaginable choices that test the limits of their morality and their Would to live.

Brittany Snow delivers a compelling performance as Iris, a woman facing personal and financial hardships who, desperate to secure a future for her family, agrees to participate in the game. Iris is not a typical heroine—she’s flawed, vulnerable, and at times morally conflicted. Snow captures the complexity of her character, skillfully portraying Iris’ internal struggle as she grapples with the horrific choices presented to her. Through Snow’s nuanced performance, the audience is able to sympathize with Iris, even as she makes difficult and sometimes questionable decisions in the face of an increasingly life-threatening situation.