Obsessions
Obsessions

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Obsessions

2022
Movie
95 min
Spanish

A young gay university student in search of his identity and his queer sister deal with adversity by confronting their conservative father, and discovering that their sexuality overpowers them in the desire of their most unexpected obsessions.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Jake GagneGenres: Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a getaway find themselves terrorized by a mysterious stalker. As their paranoia grows, they realize they may not be able to trust each other, and the danger might be closer than they think. Their weekend escape turns into a desperate fight for survival against an unseen enemy.

Critical Reception

Obsessions (2022) received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and lack of originality within the thriller genre. While some performances were acknowledged, the film struggled to stand out among similar horror offerings. Audience scores were similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements while others found it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and occasional jump scares.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uninspired character development.

  • Seen as a standard, albeit unexceptional, entry into the home invasion thriller subgenre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Obsessions' are scarce and largely unpolarized, with no specific trends in what users liked or disliked being clearly identifiable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of its suspense generated through strategic camera work and sound design rather than extensive special effects.

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