The Crush
The Crush

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The Crush

2000
Movie
Adult · 18+
88 min
English

After years of harboring a secret, Colby Taylor decides to tell his best friend Travis Wade that he is gay. He invites him to come home and the two chums reminisce about the past, even talking about Colby's hot night with a blonde cupcake he was dating. Colby confesses that absolutely nothing happened with her, but that evening turned out to be quite an eye-opening turn-on for him.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes6%
Metacritic23/100
Google Users24%
Director: Alan SmitheeGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

Amy Maddison, a young woman recently released from a mental institution, moves to a new town seeking a fresh start. However, she quickly becomes the target of a deranged former client, Nick Eliot, who believes she is his reincarnation. As Nick's obsession escalates into dangerous stalking, Amy must confront her past and fight for her life.

Critical Reception

The film received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, with many citing its convoluted plot, poor acting, and reliance on cheap scares. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its failure at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Widely criticized for its nonsensical plot and weak character development.

  • Panned for its gratuitous violence and lack of genuine suspense.

  • Considered a low-quality thriller with uninspired performances.

Google audience: Google users largely disliked 'The Crush,' frequently mentioning its predictable storyline, unconvincing performances, and overall lack of entertainment value. Many found it to be a forgettable and poorly executed thriller.

Fun Fact

The film is famously known for being directed by the pseudonym 'Alan Smithee,' a credit typically given to directors who wish to disown a film due to creative differences or a poor final product.

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