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Blisters

Movie
12 min
English

Manhattan, 1983. Tasked with helping her father run his deli on the night of its 24/7 opening, an unassertive teenager distracts herself with dreams of superstardom, while a few blocks away her idol David Bowie embarks on his first tour in five years.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jonathan DemmeGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman, increasingly isolated and paranoid, believes she is being stalked and tormented by a shadowy entity. As her grip on reality weakens, she delves into a disturbing investigation of her own past and the circumstances surrounding her family's tragic history. The boundaries between delusion and tangible threat blur as she uncovers sinister secrets.

Critical Reception

While "Blisters" has garnered a cult following for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological tension, it was largely overlooked by mainstream critics upon its release. Modern analysis often praises its early exploration of themes of paranoia and female vulnerability, though some find its pacing deliberate and its narrative opaque.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie and disorienting atmosphere.

  • Noted for its effective portrayal of psychological distress.

  • Criticized by some for its ambiguous narrative and slow burn.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Director Jonathan Demme shot "Blisters" in a raw, almost documentary style, utilizing available light and naturalistic performances to enhance the film's unsettling realism.

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