A Stranger in the Mirror
A Stranger in the Mirror

A Stranger in the Mirror

1993Movie100 minEnglish

A naive young woman arrives in Hollywood to become a star, but after she gets drugged and raped during a shoot, she hardens quickly and catches the eye of a popular womanizing comedian who introduces her to his shady powerful agent.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful but aging television producer, Toby Collins, finds his life unraveling as he becomes increasingly obsessed with a younger woman, Jill. His fixation leads him down a dark path of manipulation and paranoia, blurring the lines between reality and delusion. As his personal and professional life begin to crumble, Toby struggles to confront the demons within himself and the consequences of his actions.

Critical Reception

A Stranger in the Mirror received mixed to negative reviews, primarily focusing on its melodramatic tone and predictable plot. While Mary Tyler Moore's performance was occasionally noted, the film was largely criticized for its pacing and lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its slow pacing and overwrought drama.
  • The plot was seen as predictable and lacking in genuine suspense.
  • Mary Tyler Moore's performance was a highlight for some, but not enough to save the film.

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Fun Fact

This film was originally a made-for-television movie, adapted from a novel by Sidney Sheldon.

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