Paranoia
Paranoia

Paranoia

2013Movie106 minEnglish

An entry-level employee at a powerful corporation finds himself occupying a corner office, but at a dangerous price—he must spy on his boss's old mentor to secure for him a multi-billion dollar advantage.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes3.5/10
Metacritic35/100
Google Users40%
Director: Robert LuketicGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young computer hacker gets entangled in corporate espionage when he's forced by his boss to steal information from a rival company. He finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, unsure who to trust as the stakes escalate. The film explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked greed in the cutthroat world of technology.

Critical Reception

Paranoia was met with largely negative reviews from critics. While some acknowledged the potential of its cast and premise, the film was widely criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired direction. Audiences also showed little interest, contributing to its poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot and a lack of originality.
  • Despite a strong cast, the performances are largely uninspired.
  • The thriller elements fail to generate significant suspense or tension.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a disappointing thriller, citing a predictable storyline and unengaging characters. While some appreciated the presence of established actors, many felt the movie failed to deliver on its premise, leading to a forgettable viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was originally set to star Shia LaBeouf before Liam Hemsworth took over the lead role.

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tom_elkrider

tom_elkrider

I came to 'Paranoia' fully knowing it had been universally panned by critics and viewers alike. However, I found myself watching a very straightforward drama-thriller about corporate espionage and morality that reminded me of the corporate ...