Obsession
Two men become entangled in a torrid love affair with the same woman. Pierre is Miriam's longtime lover. John is desperately searching for clues about his past when he and Miriam have a fateful encounter in a Berlin train station. The allure of forbidden love becomes irresistible, and an intense love triangle is ignited. Who will Miriam choose? Who will walk away? For two men who desperately adore the same woman and for the woman who loves them equally...there is no easy way out.
Insights
Plot Summary
A successful psychiatrist, Dr. John Atherton, finds his life turned upside down when he becomes the target of a vengeful patient from his past. The patient, who believes Atherton ruined her life, embarks on a dangerous campaign of psychological manipulation and terror. As Atherton tries to uncover the patient's identity and motives, he must confront his own past mistakes and the dark secrets he has buried.
Critical Reception
Obsession (1997) received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a derivative plot and uninspired execution. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, often citing predictability as a major drawback, though some found the thriller elements engaging enough for a casual watch.
What Reviewers Say
- The film relies too heavily on familiar thriller tropes without offering any fresh perspectives.
- Performances are adequate but do little to elevate the predictable narrative.
- Despite its intentions, 'Obsession' fails to deliver genuine suspense or originality.
Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reception on Google is not readily available for this title.
Fun Fact
The film was a direct-to-video release in many regions, contributing to its limited critical attention and distribution.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources