You, Your, Yours
You, Your, Yours

You, Your, Yours

2018Movie104 minJapanese

3 men fall in love with a woman. They change themselves to whom their love admires. The men become famous Japanese musician Yutaka Ozaki, popular American actor Brad Pitt and historical political figure Ryoma Sakamoto.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users90%
Director: Greg Berlanti (pilot)Genres: Thriller, Crime, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Based on Caroline Kepnes' novel, 'You' follows Joe Goldberg, a charming and intelligent bookstore manager who becomes dangerously obsessed with aspiring writer Guinevere Beck. Using social media and manipulation, he inserts himself into her life, eliminating any obstacles, including friends and ex-boyfriends, in his twisted pursuit of love. The series explores themes of stalking, toxic relationships, and the dark side of modern romance.

Critical Reception

The series received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its compelling narrative, Penn Badgley's performance as the complex antagonist, and its dark, satirical take on romance and social media. While some found the violence disturbing, many lauded its suspenseful plotting and ability to make viewers question their own perceptions of attraction and obsession.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and addictive storytelling.
  • Penn Badgley's chilling performance as Joe Goldberg is a standout.
  • Offers a dark and satirical commentary on modern relationships and social media.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciate the show's gripping plot and the captivating, albeit terrifying, portrayal of Joe. Many users found it to be a binge-worthy series, though some expressed unease with the protagonist's actions.

Fun Fact

The show was originally developed for Lifetime before moving to Netflix, which ultimately distributed it globally and contributed significantly to its popularity.

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