A film conceived by Donald Kaufman...

Rating: Null/10 (28 April 2003)

IDENTITY might seem like a normal slasher film from the commercials, but those who saw the preview might get an inclination that this is more than a mere motel slasher flick by the fact that (and this may be a SPOILER) four of the main characters come to realize they have the same birthday. There is an odd connection to each one of the people who have come to this motel, and honestly, the film hinges upon your ability to suspend disbelief. However, if you're willing to accept the twist (and it's a lot easier to swallow than the mindf***k that was BASIC), the film will give you a very good time. It's definitely derivative of some other films, but it's got its own merits as well, fine performances from John Cusack, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Ray Liotta, Clea Duvall, and Amanda Peet. Think the Usual Suspects with a dash of Fight Club. Or actually just remember the screenplay by Donald Kaufman in ADAPTATION...***.5