Pledge

There's no shortage of real-life horror stories about fraternity pledging gone wrong, so push that idea a bit further and you've got the ideal scenario for white-knuckle survival horror. Ultimately, Pledge asks just how far would you go to join the in-crowd? Directed by Daniel Robbins, the movie follows three freshmen pursuing what they think is the ideal college experience. But despite their best efforts, the goofy and likeable David (screenwriter Zack Weiner), Ethan (Phillip Andre Botello) and Justin (Zachery Byrd) get the cold shoulder from the campus frats. They're ready to throw in the social towel when they meet the gorgeous Rachel (Erica Boozer), who invites them to a party at a mansion in the country. What could possibly go wrong? (Fantasia International Film Festival)