Delirium
Delirium

Delirium

2014TV ShowPilot1 SeasonEnglish

Set in a world where love is deemed illegal and can be eradicated with a special procedure. With 95 days to go until her scheduled treatment, Lena Holoway does the unthinkable, she falls in love.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Dennis BartokGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A man suffering from amnesia, John, is released from a psychiatric hospital and returns to his childhood home to uncover his past. He believes his wife, Lisa, is still alive and waiting for him. As John delves deeper into his memories and the house's secrets, he becomes entangled in a dangerous investigation involving local police, a mysterious figure from his past, and the horrifying truth about the events that led to his institutionalization.

Critical Reception

Delirium (also known as "Home Sweet Home") received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the scares unoriginal. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller aspects while others were disappointed by the predictable twists and lack of genuine suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a complex psychological narrative but often gets lost in its own convoluted plot.
  • While featuring a capable cast, the scares are derivative and fail to deliver genuine thrills.
  • The ambiguity and slow burn are intended to build suspense but ultimately lead to an unsatisfying conclusion for many viewers.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely negative, with common complaints citing a confusing storyline, a lack of originality in its horror elements, and an unsatisfying payoff.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Home Sweet Home' and underwent a limited release under that title before being re-released as 'Delirium'.

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