You Always Stalk the Ones You Love

A reclusive, disturbed man, obsessed with a woman he sees at a local cinema, begins to stalk her. His fixation escalates from observation to increasingly disturbing actions, blurring the lines between admirer and predator. As his obsession deepens, the situation spirals towards a terrifying confrontation.

The film received a mixed reception, with praise for its suspenseful atmosphere and John Jarratt's unsettling performance, but criticism for its slow pacing and predictable plot twists. It's considered a serviceable thriller that delves into the dark side of obsession.

• Praised for its tense atmosphere and Jarratt's chilling portrayal of obsession.

• Criticized for a somewhat predictable narrative and pacing issues.

• A competent, if unremarkable, thriller exploring the psychology of a stalker.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but where available, they generally reflect a divided opinion. Some viewers found the film effectively unnerving, while others felt it lacked originality and failed to deliver a truly impactful conclusion.

Despite being released in 2002, the film was reportedly filmed earlier and had distribution issues, leading to its limited release.