Teenagers Vee (Emma Roberts, daughter of Eric) and Ian (Dave Franco, brother of James) find themselves caught up in the (possibly illegal) title app, a kind of “Truth or Dare” in which smartphone users elect to be “watchers” and pay a fee, or “Players” and get paid for completing dumb dares online. This is not great cinema; it could have gone way darker on the perils of instant fame through social media. But it’s unpredictable, moves along briskly, and never forgets that it’s telling a story. Call it a crayon-colored thriller for the wired teens of today. I had much more fun than I intended. (96 min)
Don Morton
Don Morton has viewed some 6,000 movies, frequently awake. A bachelor and avid cyclist, he currently divides his time between Tokyo and a high-tech 4WD super-camper somewhere in North America.You may also like
Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo April 2025
From sakura-inspired tea sets to manga-themed merch, here’s what’s worth checking out before it’s gone
Sushi Omakase at Hashida Tokyo
An artist's hands, a chef's eye: seasonal seafood, rare sake and an omakase shaped by the morning’s market
The Timeless Journey of Oris Watches
Watchmaking excellence from Switzerland to Japan
Why Does Japan Have So Few Trash Cans?
A surprisingly clean mystery
Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back
Japan finds new ways to talk about sex
Mastering Train Etiquette in Japan: A Quiet Ride Through Culture
Your realistic guide to navigating Japan’s trains like a local
Tips for Celebrating Hanami in 2026
Enjoy Japan’s favorite spring ritual safely