Side Effects

A young woman, Emily Taylor, is prescribed new medication to manage her anxiety following her husband's release from prison. As she navigates the side effects of the drug, her life spirals into a complex web of manipulation and murder. Emily and her psychiatrist become entangled in a dangerous plot that blurs the lines between reality and illusion.

Side Effects received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful narrative, Soderbergh's direction, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Rooney Mara. Some critics found the plot twists predictable, but overall it was considered a well-crafted thriller.

• Praised for its stylish direction and engaging suspense.
• The film's twists and turns keep audiences guessing.
• Performances, especially Rooney Mara's, are a significant strength.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and the performances, finding it to be an intelligent thriller. Some viewers found the twists to be somewhat predictable by the end.

The film was originally envisioned as a thriller with a more supernatural bent, but evolved into a more grounded psychological thriller during its development.