Stay Away from Me
Stay Away from Me

Stay Away from Me

2013Movie100 minItalian

Jacopo has a serious problem. He may be a brilliant marriage guidance counsellor, but he can never manage to have a steady relationship for more than two weeks. And for good reason: since he was very young, Jacopo has been cursed and brought bad luck to every woman who has fallen in love with him. Really bad luck. Because of this, he has vowed to stay away from women, for their own good. But the moment he lays eyes on Sara at a friend’s birthday party, he is smitten. Despite his resistance, the two fall head over heels leading to back-to-back, laugh-out-loud moments of disaster! Sara will quickly learn the consequences of her choice as the limits of her love are put to the test.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Lee Byeong-heonGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman who suffers from a unique form of insomnia, where she experiences vivid and often frightening dreams of ghosts, finds her life disrupted when she meets a man who claims to be a psychic doctor. Their relationship is tested as they navigate her condition, the people around them, and the potential for genuine connection amidst the supernatural occurrences.

Critical Reception

Stay Away From Me received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its unique premise and the chemistry between the lead actors, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the blend of comedy and horror occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept of insomnia-induced ghost encounters.
  • The performances of the lead actors were a highlight, bringing charm to the characters.
  • The film struggled to balance its horror elements with its romantic comedy aspects.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's quirky premise and the engaging lead performances. Some viewers felt the story could have been more developed and that the comedic and dramatic tones weren't always harmoniously integrated.

Fun Fact

The film's unique premise explores a fictionalized form of insomnia where dreaming of ghosts is a primary symptom, a creative take on sleep disorders in cinema.

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