Gaslight
Gaslight

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Gaslight

2022
Movie
85 min
English

For Brooke, life is good. She's a successful Washington DC architect and happily married. After her father's passing, she receives a substantial financial windfall. She suffers from mental exhaustion and seeks the help of a therapist. Soon, her inheritance begins to disappear. Her life becomes unstable as she becomes unsure if her husband and loved ones are plotting to steal her inheritance or if she's losing her mind. The truth reveals itself in a climax of lies, deception and violence that will keep you guessing until the fatal end.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Keele AdamsGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman, Eliza, finds herself increasingly isolated and distrustful of her surroundings after her new husband begins manipulating her perception of reality. As strange occurrences plague their grand, secluded home, Eliza starts to question her sanity and the motives of those closest to her. The narrative builds suspense as Eliza attempts to uncover the truth behind the unsettling events before she loses herself completely.

Critical Reception

The 2022 film 'Gaslight' received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often highlighted its tense atmosphere and the lead performances, particularly Brooke Butler's portrayal of a woman on the edge. However, some reviewers found the pacing to be deliberate, and the plot twists occasionally predictable, though generally effective in delivering a psychological thriller experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and effective lead performance.

  • Noted for its exploration of psychological manipulation and paranoia.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic despite its engaging premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Gaslight' (2022) are not widely aggregated on Google, but available feedback generally points to a suspenseful thriller with a strong central performance. Viewers appreciated the film's unsettling mood and its attempt to modernize the classic 'gaslighting' theme.

Fun Fact

The film 'Gaslight' (2022) is a modern adaptation that draws its title and thematic inspiration from the 1944 film of the same name, which itself was based on a 1938 play.

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