Adaptations of numerous novels and stories by Stephen King have been captivating big screens for several decades — some carry deep stories and touch sensitive viewers, while others continue to haunt the same impressionable viewers in nightmares even years later. The latter point is highlighted by the widespread reaction to at least one adaptation of the renowned writer's work — the psychological thriller Gerald's Game by Mike Flanagan.
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Gerald's Game was released back in 2017 — but the film continues to be watched on Netflix even now.
Adaptations of King's novels have a common tendency to remain in the audience's memory and find new viewers even years after their release — for example, Gerald's Game is still popular among Netflix users. The plot of the film revolves around a married couple who, in an attempt to resolve their family issues, decide to spend a weekend in a picturesque cabin by the lake. However, the characters fail to achieve the goal of their trip — at least because one of them dies almost immediately after the journey begins.
Some scenes from Gerald's Game have become a real test for many viewers.
Apparently, the decision to watch another King adaptation has backfired for some, as a whole discussion has unfolded online where viewers shared their not-so-pleasant experiences. For example, one user emphasized that some scenes in Gerald's Game are indeed uncomfortable to watch, but it's definitely worth it; another viewer warned that watching the film's climactic scene might have its own consequences related to testing your stomach's resilience. Several other users agreed that the film is quite capable of causing fainting or a state close to it — definitely not what any viewer expects from a regular evening movie screening.
