A wealthy New Orleans businessman becomes obsessed with a young woman who resembles his late wife.
A wealthy New Orleans businessman, Michael Courtland, is devastated when his wife and daughter are kidnapped and presumed killed. Years later, he meets a young artist, Diane, who bears an uncanny resemblance to his deceased wife. As their relationship deepens, Michael begins to suspect that Diane may be connected to the tragedy that shattered his life, leading him down a path of paranoia and psychological torment.
Obsession was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising De Palma's stylistic direction and the film's suspenseful atmosphere, though some found the plot convoluted. It has since gained a cult following for its Hitchcockian elements and psychological depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's moody atmosphere and surprising twists, with many appreciating the psychological thriller elements and the performances. Some viewers find the plot to be overly intricate or melodramatic.
The haunting and iconic score for 'Obsession' was composed by the legendary Bernard Herrmann, marking one of his final film scores before his death in 1975.
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