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You

2017
Movie
19 min
Portuguese

After the death of her best friend, a victim of homophobia, a young girl tries to understand what happened. What could she have done? When will the questioning end? One thought won't leave her: It could be me; it could be you.

Insights

IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users89%
Director: Greg Berlanti, Sera Gamble (Creators)Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

A charming and intelligent bookstore manager, Joe Goldberg, becomes dangerously obsessed with women he desires, using social media and technology to manipulate his way into their lives. He stalks them, eliminates obstacles (often fatally), and constructs idealized versions of relationships based on his twisted perspective. As his obsessions escalate, the series explores the dark psychology behind his actions and the often-oblivious nature of his victims.

Critical Reception

You garnered significant critical acclaim, particularly for its suspenseful narrative, Penn Badgley's compelling performance as Joe, and its sharp social commentary on technology and modern relationships. While some critics noted the show's dark premise, many praised its addictive quality and its ability to balance thriller elements with nuanced character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Addictive and suspenseful psychological thriller.

  • Praised for Penn Badgley's captivating performance as a complex villain.

  • Offers timely commentary on social media and modern dating.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly appreciate the show's suspense, dark humor, and the unsettling yet fascinating portrayal of Joe Goldberg. Many find the binge-worthy nature and intricate plotting highly engaging, though some express discomfort with the protagonist's actions.

Fun Fact

The show was originally developed for Lifetime before moving to Netflix, where it found a much larger global audience and critical success.

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