Out
When pregnant lunchbox factory worker Yayoi has finally taken all the abuse she can handle, she strangles her brutish husband and disposes of the body parts, piece by piece. She's soon joined by three down on their luck housewives who murder their own husbands and find various ways to hide the evidence.
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Plot Summary
This psychological thriller follows a man who becomes increasingly disturbed by his wife's perceived infidelity. As his obsession grows, he embarks on a disturbing path to uncover the truth, blurring the lines between reality and his own escalating paranoia. The film delves into themes of jealousy, obsession, and the fragility of the human psyche.
Critical Reception
Out received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and unsettling mood. While some found its pacing deliberate and its narrative challenging, others praised its exploration of dark psychological themes and its effective suspense.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its disturbing psychological depth and suspenseful atmosphere.
- Critiqued by some for its slow-burn pacing and ambiguous narrative.
- Noted for its exploration of dark themes like obsession and jealousy.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Out (2002)' is not widely available on Google reviews.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a novel of the same name by Koji Suzuki, who also wrote 'The Ring'.
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