Director Kevin Greutert and production designer Anthony Stabley discuss the massive success of the “Saw” franchise, crediting it to both luck and unwavering commitment from the creative team.
Greutert and Stabley delve into the recurring theme of choice and sacrifice in the “Saw” movies, highlighting the audience’s fascination with survival scenarios presented in these films.
Director Kevin Greutert and production designer Anthony Stabley discuss “Saw X,” reflecting on the amazing allure of the franchise and its exploration of choice and survival.
Greutert, a long-time contributor to the Saw series, attributes its success to a combination of luck and unwavering commitment from a passionate fresher team.
Kevin Greutert is a writer, film director, and film editor who is primarily based in America. Kevin Greutert was born in Pasadena, California, on March 31, 1965, and is now 58 years old.
Kevin Greutert started with his job role of being an editor in the year 2004 with the movie ‘Saw.’ He worked as an editor until 2009 and then debuted to be the movie ‘Saw VI’ director.
Meet Kevin Greutert, the director behind the twisted traps of “Saw X.
A director, Kevin directed movies like ‘Saw 3D’ in 2010, ‘Jessabelle’ in 2014, ‘Visions’ in the year 2015, ‘Jackals’ which was released in the year 2017, and most of his recent work which was ‘Saw X’ which was released in the year 2023.
Apart from being a director and an editor, Kevin went on to work as an executive producer for the films like ‘Leatherface’ in the year 2017 and ‘Spiral’ which was released in the year 2021.
Recently, since 2020, Kevin has become a creative consultant, and his very initial projects are ‘His House,’ released in the year 2020, and ‘Barbarian’ which was released in the year 2022.
Deciphering the Dark World of ‘Saw X’
Stabley emphasizes the theme of choice in the Saw movies, where characters must sacrifice something of themselves to survive.
He suggests that this theme resonates with audiences, sparking contemplation about their own ability to navigate similar situations.
Exploring the Fascination with Serial Killers in ‘Saw X’
“Saw X” is set in Mexico, a change that Greutert finds serendipitous. The decision to move the story to Mexico added an element of tension, as the character John Kramer (played by Tobin Bell) becomes a fish out of water, seeking a cancer cure.
This change in setting allowed the filmmakers to incorporate the dark history of Mexico City, including the Aztec civilization and their human sacrifice rituals, which aligns with the film’s overall tone.
Greutert describes the Saw franchise to be as intricate, almost like a TV series in its complexity. Each film had to strike a balance between freshness and catering to long-time fans, ensuring that newcomers could enjoy it without feeling lost.
Kevin Greutert said that Anthony did a great job and that they wouldn’t have had Saw X if it weren’t for his hard work and dedication.
Saw X: A Glimpse into the Mind of a Serial Killer
Serial killers are effective movie monsters, Greutert argues because they are a terrifyingly real threat in society, unlike vampires or other supernatural creatures.
Stabley adds that the fascination with serial killers stems from the fear that someone we know might have such dark tendencies.
In John Kramer’s world, there are moral consequences, and “Saw X” viewers will witness the events that shaped his character’s actions.
Survival Instincts and Dark History in ‘Saw X
Stabley had a dual role, being the production designer for the film and designing the traps, which are pivotal elements in the Saw movies. His collaboration with Greutert was essential in bringing “Saw X” to life.
Lionsgate and PVRINOX Pictures released “Saw X” in theatres on September 28.
