Movie spotlight
Crush
Leo (Alex Ross), loses the love of his life Charlie (Elena Salzberg), in a tragic accident. On her birthday the following year, he goes on a journey to honor her. He reflects on the short but wonderful time they had together by placing her favorite flower (roses) at places where they shared memories together.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with her feelings for her best friend, joins her high school's track team to get closer to her. However, her obsession takes a dark turn when she realizes the team's coach has a sinister agenda and a dangerous obsession of her own.
Critical Reception
Crush received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its performances and its ability to blend horror with queer themes, though some found the plot predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique blend of queer romance and horror elements.
Rowan Blanchard's performance as the obsessive protagonist was frequently highlighted.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic within the thriller genre.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an interesting and engaging thriller with strong performances, particularly appreciating its exploration of LGBTQ+ themes within the horror genre. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original.
Fun Fact
The film was developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with much of the writing process taking place remotely.
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