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The Hypnosis
Jin-ho lost his parents in an accident when he was a child, he receives hypnosis to treat his trauma related to the accident. Do-hyun, a college student gets interested in Jin-ho's hypnosis and he tries doing it too.
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Plot Summary
A successful couple, Anna and Vera, are planning to have a child. When Vera goes to a hypnosis session to prepare for pregnancy, she becomes increasingly dependent on her hypnotherapist, who exploits her vulnerability. Their relationship begins to unravel as Anna grows concerned about Vera's mental state and the therapist's manipulative influence.
Critical Reception
The Hypnosis received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its psychological tension and performances, though some critics found its pacing uneven. It was noted for its exploration of control, manipulation, and the complexities of relationships.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense psychological atmosphere and strong lead performances.
Some viewers found the narrative's descent into manipulation to be unsettling and thought-provoking.
Criticized by some for its slow burn and occasionally predictable plot points.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented with specific breakdowns of likes and dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film's themes of psychological manipulation and control are explored through the unsettling dynamic between the patient and her hypnotherapist, drawing parallels to power imbalances in relationships.
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