Help Me!
Help Me!

Help Me!

2021Movie14 minJapanese

After graduating from Nogizaka46, actress and creator Marika Ito plays a completely different character in this cute and creepy comedy drama. In this story about a new assistant director, Ito is up against her boss and the irrationalities of the film industry.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users75%
Director: Marc MundenGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Sarah, a young woman living in a stately home, is struggling with her mental health. Her life is thrown into chaos when a young man breaks into her home and confronts her with a disturbing past. As the lines between reality and delusion blur, Sarah must confront her own demons to survive.

Critical Reception

Help received generally positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Jodie Comer's performance and the film's unsettling atmosphere. Critics noted its effective use of horror elements to explore themes of mental illness and trauma.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jodie Comer delivers a powerhouse performance in a chilling exploration of mental health.
  • The film masterfully blends psychological horror with a compelling narrative.
  • Visually striking and thematically rich, though some found the plot occasionally convoluted.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight Jodie Comer's exceptional acting and the film's ability to create a tense and immersive experience. Many appreciated the film's sensitive portrayal of mental health issues, though some noted that the ending was ambiguous.

Awards & Accolades

Jodie Comer received a BAFTA TV Award nomination for Best Actress for her role in 'Help'.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic, with strict protocols in place, and was designed to reflect some of the anxieties and isolation experienced during that time.

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