Terminator - a film about JT LeRoy
Terminator - a film about JT LeRoy

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Terminator - a film about JT LeRoy

2002
Movie
10 min
English

The literary persona JT LeRoy visiting Stockholm, Sweden in 2002, on a promotion tour for the novel "Sarah". Framed by footage of US highways and Heaviness "Curtains of Rain".

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Mick GarrisGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A troubled young woman, Beth, begins to experience disturbing visions and hallucinations after moving into a new apartment. Her boyfriend, Chris, and a sympathetic therapist try to help her distinguish reality from delusion. As her mental state deteriorates, Beth becomes convinced that a malevolent entity is trying to possess her. The film explores themes of psychological breakdown and the fragility of the human mind.

Critical Reception

Terminator received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised the unsettling atmosphere and Goldwyn's performance, others found the plot derivative and the scares predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological horror elements and others finding it too slow-paced or nonsensical.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and unsettling mood.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar horror tropes and a convoluted plot.

  • Some found the performances compelling, particularly Tony Goldwyn's.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally indicate a polarizing viewing experience, with some appreciating the psychological elements and others finding it lacking in originality and impact.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be part of a series of horror anthologies, but was released as a standalone feature.

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