Poison
Poison

Poison

2001Movie92 minEnglish

Seeking revenge for her husband's death, Ann ingratiates herself with the Garretts under the guise of a caring housekeeper. Once she gains their trust, Ann begins to wreak havoc upon the dysfunctional family. Seduction and malice are her weapons as she attempts to emotionally and sexually destroy them.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Tariq AnwarGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with her past and her relationships, finds herself in a tumultuous love affair. As her life unravels, she is forced to confront her deepest fears and desires. The film explores themes of addiction, love, and self-destruction.

Critical Reception

Poison received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising Brittany Murphy's performance while others criticized the film's convoluted plot and melodramatic tone. Audience reception was similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Brittany Murphy delivers a compelling performance as a troubled young woman.
  • The film's narrative is often criticized for being too predictable and melodramatic.
  • Some viewers found the exploration of addiction and destructive relationships to be intense.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was a relatively obscure release and did not gain significant mainstream attention or awards recognition.

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JPV852

JPV852

As erotic thrillers go, this one is kind of ho-hum though Kari Wuhrer is smoking. Also her motivation to infiltrating the family was a bit weak and kind of reminded me a bit of Poison Ivy. As it is, it's okay with plenty of T&A however seem...