This movie and its sequels are the best! The violence was partially disturbing but these movies are still my favorite. The only thing i would warn parents about is the over excessive use of strong language (too many f***s) but this is still a must see horror film even though they get blodier each movie. I cant wait for SAW 6.

This film is exactly what the posters and DVD covers convey: A violent horror movie not suitable for kids and pre-teens to see. What they don't convey is how the psychological thriller aspect of the movie is more prominat than the graphic and very realistic violence which can become disturbing to some squeemish viewers. Things to look out for are: The implication that a man is having an affair, two sex jokes, and a man runs through a room completely naked and is on screen for no more than 5 seconds. Violence is throughout. The aftermath of horrific torturous murders are seen several times. One realistic gunshot wound, several realistic hand-to-hand battles, and lastly a man cuts off his own foot (the action is off screen, we see him after the exploit is over with). Language is very frequent, mostly the "F" word is used but other cuss words are said was well. It is implied that a victim bought and sold illegal drugs and a main character is revealed to be a smoker. The entire film is unsettling and hard to rewatch, but the inital reaction to seeing the film for the first time will leave the viewer breathless. Bottom line: The film was originally NC-17 and cut down to an R-rating. Ages 16+. 5/5 stars. Enjoy.

it has some pretty good acting, but it gets pwetty borin coz its in the same room the entire movie, otherwise it's actually a pretty good movie and i liked it! :D

VERY GRISLY, ND VIOLENT! but there is a lesson! criminals desirve to suffer.

Saw is an excellent film and contrary to what others have said, it is rather lacking in violence in comparison to other horror films of this time such as, Hostel, the Texas Chainsaw Massacre (remake), and Final Destination. In fact, most of the violence, with a couple of exceptions is more implicit than explicit. In addition, the film brings up some interesting philosophic questions about humans and current society, especially the negative effect of the media. Specifically, how the media glorifies serial killers and often reports inaccurate information causing people to make bad decisions, just like in the film in the cell phone scene near the end of the film. Ultimately, this film is an excellent atmospheric thriller (unlike many of its sequels), in which you must decide if your child can handle the occasionally shown extreme violent scenes (which in my opinon there are only about two such scenes and the rest is more implicit and hinted at than actually shown) and the sometimes adult themes.

sounds very violent

This is not as violent as you think. and its not a horror movie, its a thriller. if you like CSI ull like this. Yes, there is some violence and theres also occasionall swearing. Great ending

I fir one think that it has a good lesson and that is to appreciate your life because your life COULD be MUCH MUCH worse because for the Victims that escape, they learn to appreciate the things in their life, yes it is Gross and perhaps grisly but it does have a GOOD lesson, To enjoy your life and Appreciate every moment in it!