Saw 4 with Bonus Material Stitched

After Jigsaw's death, Detective Hoffman emerges as the unchallenged successor to his legacy. However, FBI Agent Peter Strahm is hot on Hoffman's trail and begins to uncover his true intentions.

In Saw 4, the audience is taken on a twisted journey deeper into the twisted world of John Kramer, aka Jigsaw. The movie follows the aftermath of Jigsaw's death, with his last surviving apprentice, Detective Hoffman (played by Costas Mandylor), stepping up to become the new "Jigsaw." However, as the gruesome game continues, there are seemingly new hands at play, and Agent Strahm (Scott Patterson) is hot on Hoffman's trail to uncover the truth behind the horrific puzzles.

Starring Tobin Bell reprising his role as Jigsaw through flashbacks, Saw 4 weaves a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and gore. The traps are even more elaborate and deadly than previous entries in the franchise, with a focus on intricate mechanisms that put the victims' intellectual prowess to the test. Meanwhile, the story delves deeper into John Kramer's motivations, and his legacy becomes even more twisted than we initially thought.

The addition of Agent Strahm as a protagonist brings a fresh perspective to the Saw universe, as he gets closer to uncovering the truth about Jigsaw's intentions. However, his obsession with the case leads him down a dark path, and his motives may not be as pure as they initially appeared.

Saw 4 also features Louis Ferreira as Detective Eric Matthews, returning from the previous installment. His storyline tackles the reception of his character's fate from the previous film, adding an emotional layer to the already harrowing movie. Furthermore, the film introduces us to Jill Tuck (Betsy Russell), Jigsaw's ex-wife, and gives us a glimpse into their relationship, ultimately shedding light on John Kramer's motives.

The bonus material stitched onto the film from 2007 provides fans with a behind-the-scenes look at Saw 4's production. There is never-before-seen footage, including deleted scenes and a "Slicing the Cube: Editing the Cube Trap" featurette, taking fans through the creative process of constructing the intricate, death-inducing machine. Additionally, the bonus material delves into the visual effects of Saw 4, showcasing how the filmmakers made the traps and locations even more haunting and visceral.

Overall, Saw 4 is another macabre entry in the franchise and fans of the previous films will not be disappointed. The plot is well-crafted, with plenty of twists and turns, and the gore factor is once again upped. The introduction of new characters and the exploration of John Kramer's legacy are welcome additions to the Saw universe. And with the bonus material, fans get an even deeper dive into the creative process and making-of Saw 4.