Hidden Desires
Hidden Desires

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Hidden Desires

2003
Movie
Adult · 18+
78 min
English

Opal (Sydnee Steele) is to face the truth about her abusive husband and his affair with her sister. Inspired by an illusive painter named Damien (Evan Stone) she unweaves her possessive husband spell to discover her owns secret passions and desires. It's a story about lust, sex and life on the edge of sanity.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Richard JefferiesGenres: Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A teenage girl, Sarah, moves to a new town with her mother and struggles to adjust to her new life. She soon becomes entangled in a dangerous relationship with a charismatic local boy, Mark, who harbors dark secrets. As Sarah delves deeper into his world, she uncovers a terrifying truth about the town and its inhabitants, putting her own life at risk.

Critical Reception

Hidden Desires received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempts at suspense and a dark atmosphere, the film ultimately failed to deliver a compelling or original thriller experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that offers little in the way of surprises.

  • Character development is sparse, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the protagonists.

  • Despite a dark tone, the suspense elements often fall flat.

Google audience: Audience reception for Hidden Desires is largely absent from public records, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes. However, its low IMDb rating suggests a general dissatisfaction among viewers who did engage with the film.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2003, "Hidden Desires" was filmed in and around Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, with many scenes shot at local high schools and residential areas.

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