Too Close
Caro lives happily with her 18-year-old son Ben. Her ex-husband Manni moved out a long time ago and has a new family. Ben is now at an age where he is very bored of the occasional sailing trips and visits to relatives with his mother. But there is a lot to try out: late nights, clubs, girls and drugs. Caro has to experience how Ben tells her less and less and needs her less and less. When she sees surveillance footage of a robbery at a petrol station, where she was with her son shortly before, her protective instinct is awakened.
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Plot Summary
Forensic psychiatrist Dr. Emma Robertson is assigned to assess Connie Mortensen, a woman accused of a horrific crime. As Emma delves into Connie's past and her troubled mind, she finds herself increasingly drawn into the complex psychological dynamics of the case. The lines between professional detachment and personal involvement begin to blur, leading to a tense and unsettling exploration of trauma and guilt.
Critical Reception
Too Close received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its psychological depth, strong performances, and suspenseful atmosphere. Some noted its slow burn pacing, but most found it to be a compelling and disturbing character study.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intense psychological exploration of its characters.
- Keeley Hawes' performance as the conflicted psychiatrist was a standout element.
- The film's suspenseful narrative and unsettling atmosphere were frequently highlighted.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on a novel of the same name by Clara Salaman.
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