The Companion
The Companion

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The Companion

2022
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Lisa is a photographer. At an exhibition, she meets Oleg Orlov and agrees to become a companion for his sick daughter. Gradually, Lisa manages to make friends with the naughty girl. Sasha Orlova reminds Liza her deceased younger sister - Lisa learns that Sasha has nightmares. At night, her late mom visits her and calls the girl to accompany her. So, Sasha believes that she will die soon. Neither dad nor Sasha's stepmother, Kristina, attaches importance to the girl's visions. But one night, Liza herself faces the "ghost" in the Orlovs' house - Now she has to find out who is scaring Sasha and what danger the girl is in in this house.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Director: Jacqueline CastelGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman struggling with isolation and a mysterious physical ailment finds herself drawn into the orbit of a charismatic scientist. As she becomes increasingly dependent on his experimental treatments, the boundaries between her reality and his control begin to blur. She must confront the true nature of her condition and the potentially sinister intentions behind the "cure."

Critical Reception

The Companion received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and Lana Condor's performance, but some criticism for its pacing and thematic clarity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and visual style.

  • Lana Condor's committed performance was frequently highlighted.

  • Some reviewers found the plot to be somewhat underdeveloped and confusing.

Google audience: Information not available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film explores themes of isolation and control, with the narrative drawing parallels to the anxieties of modern life and the allure of quick technological fixes.

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