James DeMonaco

James DeMonaco

3 movies reviewed by Now Playing Podcast

James DeMonaco directed 3 movies reviewed by Now Playing Podcast and has been discussed in The Purge retrospective series. See all Series with movies directed by James DeMonaco →

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The Purge: Election Year

Give me your tired... your poor... your huddled masses ye...

Reviewed Jun 22, 2018
Two years after choosing not to kill the man who killed his son, former police sergeant Leo Barnes has become head of security for Senator Charlene Roan, the front runner in the next Presidential election due to her vow to eliminate the Purge. On the night of what should be the final Purge, a betrayal from within the government forces Barnes and Roan out onto the street where they must fight to survive the night. Genres: Action, Horror, Thriller

The Purge: Anarchy

Get ready to bleed rich bitches!

Reviewed Jun 15, 2018
One night per year, the government sanctions a 12-hour period in which citizens can commit any crime they wish -- including murder -- without fear of punishment or imprisonment. Leo, a sergeant who lost his son, plans a vigilante mission of revenge during the mayhem. However, instead of a death-dealing avenger, he becomes the unexpected protector of four innocent strangers who desperately need his help if they are to survive the night. Genres: Horror, Thriller