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After an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.
A famous novelist, Paul Sheldon, is rescued from a car crash by his "number one fan," Annie Wilkes. However, his gratefulness quickly turns to terror as he realizes Annie is dangerously unhinged and obsessed with his work. Trapped in her isolated home, Paul must find a way to escape her increasingly violent grip while she holds him captive, forcing him to write a new novel to her specifications.
Misery was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its suspenseful direction, sharp screenplay, and particularly Kathy Bates's terrifying performance, which earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film is considered a masterclass in psychological horror and suspense.
Kathy Bates delivers a chilling and unforgettable performance as the terrifying Annie Wilkes.
The film masterfully builds suspense and dread, making for a relentlessly gripping thriller.
The adaptation successfully captures the intense psychological horror of Stephen King's novel.
Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the intense suspense and Kathy Bates's standout performance, which they found both terrifying and compelling. Many praised the film for its ability to keep them on the edge of their seats.
Academy Award for Best Actress (Kathy Bates), Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama (Kathy Bates), Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role (Kathy Bates). Nominated for Academy Award for Best Actor (James Caan).
Kathy Bates won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Annie Wilkes, making her one of the few actors to win an Oscar for a horror film role.
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In a wintery Colorado, acclaimed author “Sheldon” (James Caan) comes off the road only to be luckily (we think!) saved by the timely intervention of “Annie” (Kathy Bates) who just happens to be a nurse. More than that, she’s a superfan of h...