Origin of the Jigsaw Killer
The Jigsaw killer, John Kramer, first appeared in the 2004 film Saw. After a terminal diagnosis and a near-death experience, he decided to test people's will to survive. His traps were designed to force victims to appreciate life by surviving extreme ordeals.
Why He Started Killing
Kramer began targeting individuals he saw as unappreciative of their lives. He believed modern society took existence for granted. His killings were not random; each victim was chosen to confront a specific moral failing or personal vice.
Methods and Motivation
He built elaborate mechanical traps, often requiring self-mutilation to escape. The goal was not simply death, but a twisted form of rehabilitation. His philosophy centered on survival as the ultimate test of human value.
For more background on the franchise, see the official Saw Movie website.
