OBSESSIVE
OBSESSIVE

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OBSESSIVE

2023
Movie
6 min
English

OBSESSIVE is a meditation on obsessive doubt and facing your fears, written and created over the course of eight days in September 2022 for the 26th edition of Kinomada, a week-long cooperative film laboratory in Québec City at La Charpente des Fauves.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Michael Feeney CallanGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A psychological thriller that delves into the mind of a woman haunted by her past. As she tries to rebuild her life, she finds herself drawn into a dangerous web of obsession and deceit. The lines between reality and delusion blur, forcing her to confront the darkness within herself and the people around her. Her quest for truth leads her down a perilous path, where trust is a luxury she cannot afford.

Critical Reception

Obsessive (2023) has received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception has been similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the attempts at suspense while others found the narrative predictable and lacking originality. The film struggled to find a significant audience, and its impact on the genre remains minimal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and Mena Suvari's performance, though often criticized for a predictable plot.

  • Some reviewers found the psychological elements intriguing, while others felt the thriller tropes were overused.

  • The film's pacing and narrative twists were divisive among critics.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but initial impressions suggest a divided audience. Some appreciate the dark themes and suspenseful moments, while others express disappointment with the story's execution and predictability. There is no strong consensus on what users particularly liked or disliked.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Obsessive,' directly reflects the psychological themes of fixation and unhealthy attachment that are central to the narrative.

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