Manías
Manías

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Manías

2015
Movie
12 min
Spanish

Obsessions is a short film about those little things that we can't stop doing, just like Félix does: he enjoys eating people.

Insights

Director: Emilio Ruiz BarrachinaGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself trapped in a nightmarish situation when she begins to experience unsettling and violent hallucinations. As her grip on reality loosens, she must confront the terrifying manifestations of her own mind before they consume her entirely. The film explores the fragile boundary between sanity and madness.

Critical Reception

Manías received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its intense psychological exploration and performances, while others found its pacing and narrative to be somewhat uneven. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with viewers drawn to its dark themes and suspenseful atmosphere, though some found it challenging or unsettling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition in tackling psychological horror and its atmospheric tension.

  • Criticized by some for a narrative that could be disorienting or underdeveloped.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead, were often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and varied, with some viewers appreciating the film's unsettling mood and exploration of mental fragility, while others found it too bleak or difficult to fully engage with.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in Spain, utilizing atmospheric locations to enhance its psychological thriller elements.

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