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When No One Would Listen
Jessica has been married to her controlling husband Gary for years. The abuse only gets worse when she gets a job at a bakery and makes two really caring friends: her co-worker and neighbor Lee, and her boss Walter.
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Plot Summary
A woman, recovering from a traumatic event, moves to a remote island with her husband and daughter. As she begins to experience unsettling occurrences and visions, she struggles to convince her family and the local authorities that something sinister is happening, fearing she is losing her sanity.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television film received a mixed reception, often cited for its suspenseful atmosphere and Mariel Hemingway's performance, but criticized by some for its predictable plot and pacing issues typical of the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its eerie mood and suspense.
Mariel Hemingway's performance as a woman on the brink is a highlight.
Some found the plot too familiar and the resolution unsatisfying.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but common discussions point to its effectiveness as a TV thriller for its time, with viewers appreciating the suspenseful build-up and the psychological drama.
Fun Fact
Dan Curtis, known for his work on dark fantasy and horror like 'Dark Shadows' and 'The Night Stalker', directed this psychological thriller, bringing his signature atmospheric style to the television movie format.
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