Mindreader
Mindreader

Mindreader

2004Movie79 minEnglish

Unlucky at work and love, Gary Murphy gains the ability to read people's minds. In the process of realizing that office politics need a little cleaning up, he discovers the truth behind what women really want! Mind Reader is a tale of mental violation; Everyone's privacy is robbed as ALL secret thoughts and fantasies are used for sexual gratification.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Bryan BertinoGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of strangers wakes up in a locked room with no memory of how they got there. They soon discover that one of them has the ability to read minds, and this revelation sparks paranoia and suspicion as they try to figure out who among them is responsible for their predicament. As the mind-reader's power is revealed, their captor uses it to sow discord and turn the group against each other, leading to a fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Mindreader received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the tension-building potential of its premise, the execution was widely criticized for being derivative of other psychological thrillers. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.
  • Character development is thin, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the protagonists.
  • While the premise has potential, the execution is often uninspired and cliché.

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Fun Fact

Despite being credited as directed by Bryan Bertino, 'Mindreader' is often associated with independent or direct-to-video releases, with limited theatrical distribution and promotion.

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