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Starting off with simple things, this movie has fantastic sound design and timing with the audio cues, something the lack of music highlights to great effect. Nikki is able to shift her complete personality at the drop of a hat. Her acting is incredible. Her delivery on certain lines and her mannerisms are so sinister and malicious. So many of her interactions feel awkward and stilted and I think if anybody else was cast as Nikki it would not have worked as well as it did. 

On the initial wish, both of them interacting with each other was really well executed. Bear is freaked the fuck out, and his line delivery and body language is extremely accurate to what someone would realistically feel and say in that situation. Meanwhile Nikki’s line delivery and body language is ever changing. From playful to mischievous, to childish, to downright malice, you can visibly see her intentions change, you can see when she’s manipulating and when she’s not, along with all of the different conversational techniques that would arise from obsession or attempted manipulation. One of my personal highlights was Nikki having a massive freudian slip when saying “my cat just died.” when she meant to say “your cat just died.” That was legitimately bone chilling. Also discovering that she lied about her dad having cancer as a way to guilt trip him into staying the night, and using that as an in, was hard to digest but it’s logically understandable and aligns completely with her behaviors involving obsession. 

Making the memorial for his cat was a very uncomfortable and out of touch act, and it really highlights that her mindset is completely warped. 

It reached new levels when she somehow discovered that he suspected she was on MDMA and she used that to her advantage and blamed the prior night on that, and then attempts reverse psychology in the same breath. Then at the restaurant, causing a scene to avoid the topic of her lying about her dad’s cancer, and then immediately going back to normal once she gets her way. 

These are ADVANCED manipulation tactics and it’s brilliantly executed. This is without a doubt one of the best written examples of obsession that I’ve ever seen done in fiction. 

The scene with her in the corner of the room watching him sleep was incredibly tense and disturbing. Her body movements and mannerisms are straight up nightmare fuel. It’s really interesting how she’s more unhinged at night time, and fakes normality during the day. She’s functionally psychotic. 

The duct tape on the front door was WICKED. Reminded me of silent hill 4 the room. And her standing in one spot smiling, while pissing herself, was so fucking hard to watch. My god. 

The Polaroid pictures of “me” and “not me” dude…run. And I knew straight from the jump that his lunch had something bad in it. I thought she was going to make it with her bodily fluids. But after seeing the note “what’s the verdict: cat?” My fucking stomach dropped. That’s so much worse. Holy fuck. 

And then her ruining boys night…again. Hard watch. 

Nikki begging for Bear to kill her, saying that “she” is asleep, now gives the perspective that there’s two personalities inside of her, and that she’s still in there deep down, and has no control of her body. That’s the kind of body horror that makes the infected in the last of us so disturbing. That’s just so fucking awful and devastating. 

I knew for a fact that meeting up with Sarah was not going to go well, and she was going to find them, but when she suddenly busted the car window and brutally killed her with a brick was so sudden and shocking. It wasn’t that outlandish of a concept, but the execution was so incredibly fucked up and demented. My jaw dropped. This is legitimately irreversible and there’s no coming back from that. I thought maybe he could kill himself and things would be back to normal, but now someone else is dead, somebody is going to have to go to prison for it, etc. 

The way she propped the body of Sarah, her erratic behavior and her threatening suicide, absolutely unhinged scene and her entire performance is oscar worthy. 

This movie conveys its disturbing and uncomfortable scenes really, really well. A lot of it is hard to watch as I stated prior, but in a good way. The scenes that are meant to make you feel uneasy, or discomfort, do so to great effect. Truly horrific, terrifying, eerie shit. 

Nikki making the wish for him to be obsessed with her was something I had predicted in my head, as I assumed she couldn’t be trusted with the wish, and I was right. I was really rooting for him to kill himself (as unfortunate as that sounds, it makes the most logical sense to wrap things up. I’m glad the wish was just a fakeout before the OD and he does end up dying, because my boy needed to be free from that pain. But unfortunately, before Nikki could kill herself, the wish wears off. She immediately regains consciousness surrounded by bodies and gore, and will most likely have to go to prison for it. What a fucking wild ride. 

This movie achieved absolutely everything it set out to do. So many scenes are intentionally cringe inducing and actually make me feel secondhand embarrassment, the tension building was incredible, the pacing was tight, every story beat got a proper set up and paid off, everything introduced comes full circle, all storylines get tied up, there’s no loose ends, and the resolution was fantastic. It exceeded my expectations and it genuinely scared me. This is the best horror movie I’ve seen since Hereditary. And that’s the highest praise I can possibly give.

Hi all...

I managed to finally see this movie on its last day at my local cinema. And I did enjoy it despite the genre not being really my thing. I know it wasn't a comedy as such but I'm not into comedies, but it had plenty of funny moments. Great performances, especially Rocky. I liked the up-beat story the, as ridiculous as it is. You really do have to suspend your belief, but that was ok. At the end of the day, it's just a nice evening out with fluffy clouds and it puts a smile on your face - when is that ever a bad thing?

[MINOR SPOILER/S]

So Grace (yep, that's his name. It's my Mum's name too - well, it was). He's a schoolteacher, and most definitely not an astronaut, but through a series of situations he ends up over 11 years from home from somewhere in space, with the rest of his crew all dead. He's out there looking for some space dust because the world's sun is being eaten up by it. Or something. Probably.

So off he toddles, with his zero astronaut experience, but he's clever you see, to carry out this crazy mission. But while here out there, he meets a sexy alien doing exactly the same thing because their sun is being nibbled away too. And so begins the heart of the movie - the relationship between Grace and Rocky, the alien. Who happens to be lovely - just that's she looks like a bag of rocks. As hokey and ridiculous it all becomes, I had a thoroughly good time.

Don't ask about the ending, I'm not totally sure myself. But I do know it was a happy ending, everyone dies and both planets explode - but not before the love struck couple make a bunch of half-rock/ half-human kiddies. They call them Romans..... and if you think this story is stupid, which you get a load of this one about some bloke called Jesus.

Cheers all! 😊🎥

Went to see obsession last night… saw passenger.. literally just left the theatre… trailers made both movies look super scary & I don’t know why I always fall for it. Obsession was a better storyline & had 4 good jump scares but the movie itself was like slow? & not very interesting.. ending was dumb. Passenger?? Story line.. dumb. Characters.. dumb. Had a few decent jump scares but the movie itself was very stupid IMO. I saw ppl saw obsession was the scariest movie they’ve ever seen lol which I guess if you’re not a horror movie lover…. It could be super scary but I had high hopes. Passenger as well… just always getting let down by new movies.

Older scary movies are so much better.. these new ones are so ass

There is some stillness and slowness about those shows and movies which is seriously missing nowadays.

I think like people had more texture, cameras were not very great and the best part, not everything was aesthetic, not everyone had abs and a zero figure.

I just loved those movies, like: Jerry maguire, the intern, mr and mrs smith, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, 40 year old virgin etc.

Watching these movies give a different sense of stillness and nostalgia..

Good lordt wtf was that? I was excited for this movie.

It's utter garbage. The characters suck, the monster sucks, the story sucks. The hook is downright idiotic. There's almost no redeeming qualities. And the "scares" are ENTIRELY composed of cheap jump scares.

Save your time and money and don't watch this garbage.

Catching up on some I missed this early summer, Bugonia was surprsingly better than I thought it would be, mostly thanks to Jesse Plemons' acting.

The story of a suburban weirdo drifting off into believing people are aliens and kidnapping them was actually very good. Plemons really pulled off the role well into believing his theories. The conversation/dialogue scenes were actually really good between him and Emma Stone's character.

However, ultimately, despite remaining interesting throughout, I felt like the final scene dragged it down a bit. I was fine with the reveal (kind of suspected it and never stopped suspecting it even as it went a different direction), but it was the cinematography/scene setting of how they did it- the costumes and acting just felt a little weird and out of place. I even wonder if it would've been arbitrarily better to have her actually turn into an actual alien creature rather than have her just dressed like an unusual human looking alien- same with others on the ship. It would've been neat and better probably imo if she began to look like Alien or something like that, like a reptile.

Anyway, the basement and house scenes were very good. Plemons' acting with his conspiracy theories were very good (of course, most of us knew they might not be conspiracy theories). The reveal that he had been doing this for years also was effectively disturbing lol.

6/10

Only watched it because it seems to be a film that people either love or hate and I wanted to see which side of the spectrum I fell on. Turns out I didn’t enjoy it. The plot was so stupid and it felt like there was no reason for some of it to be in, everything with Lady Raven really annoyed me. She’s lucky she’s Shamylan’s daughter because never in a million years would she have gotten the role otherwise. In fact most of the acting was pretty bad apart from Josh Hartnett, who basically carried the film on his shoulders. I will say that the directing is pretty decent and manages to create a tense atmosphere with some nice shots, but that’s as far as my praise goes. The dialogue was awful, nobody talks like that. By the end of the film I was hoping he would just kill everyone or something so something would happen. Overall it’s a really poor film saved by the more technical aspects. Also Kid Cudi’s little cameo was hilarious.

One of the best space movies I've ever watched if not the best surely it comes right after interstellar on the list. Ryan Gosling as always killed it 🔥 🔥 on the screen, i can't even imagine any other actor playing Grace other than him and...........

Rocky 🥹🥹🥹cried for that lil guy so much throughout the movie, what an awesome movie man. Give it a go guys if you haven't already its absolutely worth the 2 hours 40 mins.

A single spark, once ignited, can illuminate countless dormant souls. Like a chain reaction, it gives rise to a society awakened by the beauty of human consciousness. Once the mind is set free, it defies the so-called rules that attempt to tame our unimaginable potential.

The movie teaches us to think and perceive the world through our own lens. In an attempt to keep up with social expectations, we often undermine the potential within ourselves and create imaginary boundaries that restrict us.

This flicker of fire is Mr. John Keating, the English teacher of Welton Academy, who not only teaches his students on screen, but also compels us to introspect our very existence off screen.

I always thought that I’d seen this a kid but I didn’t remember a thing so I’m assuming that this is somehow the first time I’ve ever watched one of the most famous films ever. Spielberg really brings this film to life by making some of the most tense sequences ever made. It feels like a pretty simple idea the way it sets something up with a small line early in the film then it pays off during the action, for example the frog DNA, the raptors hunting in 2s, etc. I thought Jeff Goldblum’s character was hilarious and all the other leads were very strong. John Williams’ score is iconic and really makes this film feel like the epic blockbuster that it is. The CGI for the wide shots of the dinosaurs is great and so ahead of its time alongside the animatronic dinosaurs. Realistically there’s nothing you can say that hasn’t already been said. I feel like I’ve maybe been a bit harsh with 4 stars but I’m bound to rewatch this at some point so I can definitely see myself bumping it up.

Am I the only person here who didn’t enjoy it? Great acting all around and I appreciated the cinematography etc

But, my god was it painful to watch, not scary (more funny than anything), frustrating and quite a few times cringey.

There was some really good bits and some great bits but I couldn’t watch it again.

Fan of Stephen King movies and his books. Havent read this book though. I knew some of the cast from other movies as well and like them too. But wow, I just found this movie almost unwatchable. I am surprised by its positive reviews. It was extremely slow but still somehow choppy and character stories felt rushed. I didnt really care for any characters at all nearing the end. A character would die and then just scream or shout random lines that were supposed to give us some kind of insight into their character but really meant nothing to us as movie viewers?? Dialogue was super cringey and unbelievable. Honestly, im just surprised.

Rewatched War of the Worlds (2005) recently and I’d forgotten how badly the ending is written. The whole film builds this relentless tension and then it just resolves itself in a couple of minutes in a way that feels almost accidental.

It made me think of the endings of Lost and Game of Thrones, where it felt like all that build-up didn’t really get the payoff it deserved.

Got me wondering what it actually comes down to. Writers running out of road? Studios cutting things short? Or sometimes the setup just writes a cheque the ending can’t cash.

So what are yours? Films where the ending felt rushed or badly written. And if you’ve got a theory on why it keeps happening, let me know!

1975 I mean 1975!!!

Such an amazing and influential film. For it being over 50 years old the practical effects hold up incredibly well, I think it looks better than most modern cgi. I will never understand the criticism that it’s boring as I was thoroughly entertained the entire time. The characters are great, especially when they get on the boat as I feel like it opens them up much more. The dynamic between the 3 constantly changes and they become more interesting as they enter more danger. I love the fact that you don’t see the shark for the first hour or so and the reveal couldn’t have been more perfect. If this film does anything it shows Spielberg’s ability as a director, he really makes fantastic work of this film. The shot composition throughout is some of the best you will ever see with the way he uses blocking and really makes you look on the exact part of the screen he wants you too. John William’s score is one of the greatest of all time, this being the film that really cemented him as one of THE directors in Hollywood is so fitting as it’s one of the most iconic scores of all time, alongside many others he made. Such an iconic film but also a really intricately made masterpiece that not many other directors could make, if any.

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THIS MOVIE WAS SO BEYOND BAD ITS CRAZY HOW DID THIS EVEN GET APPROVED. MY EYES Were violated. and my time was wasted. i couldve spent this time, having the worst meal of my life and it wouldve been more worth it. whoever said this movie is good needs to get their brains checked or watch better movies cuz i feel sorry for u if u think this movie was good. yea i went in with high expectations and came out with disappointment beyond words. this movie is the epitome of waste of money, time, people, inner peace and i feel so sorry for the actors that they had to carry out such a shitty story like that. thanks.

How did this movie bomb so hard?

Saul Goodman(Bob O) goes to a small town in Minnesota called Normal, population around 1,800, as a temporary sheriff, and slowly gets embroiled in a complete shitstorm.

First half is a slow burn, but the movie is solid. The second half has some really cool action scenes, and honestly, I enjoyed this more than Nobody 2.

We need more movies like this once in a while just to change the flavor. Not every action movie needs to be nonstop explosions or fast paced with hyper cuts from beginning.

This one really did not deserve to bomb that badly.

Give it a shot.

This movie was amazing. Let me just start out by saying that. The combination of quality lighting, sound, and acting really brought this movie together. Two main actors really stuck out to me, and those were the main characters. Michael and Inde did such an amazing job. The way Inde did that weird reverse walk, think towards the end, was so creepy. Her facial expressions were very impressive. As for Michael, I think his best scenes were towards the end. When he was in the bathroom, just the look of despair on his face really made me sad. There were like 20 different emotions that he displayed with just one look. People say Bear was a villain and a bad guy, and I agree, but I really liked his character and acting skills. Bravo! The way the real Nikki kept trying to get out was really a nice touch. How she would randomly snap back to reality and start screaming. I gotta say, the phone scene when Bear tries to call to cancel the wish is so scary. I wonder what she was going through? Another scene that stood out was when Bear was trying to sneak off, and the real Nikki was sleep-talking to him. This was such a good touch and really made me feel bad for her. Normally, in movies, I hate nighttime or dark lighting because you can't see what is going on. A cool fight scene is ruined because you can't see what is happening. With this movie, I wouldn't have a single bulb or whatever light is measured in. I think the darkness on her face during certain scenes was amazing, because it always got me wondering, "What is she thinking?" I do want to point out the scene where Ian wishes for a billion dollars, and Bear just screams, "NOOOO." WOW, that scream just sounded so heartbroken and disappointed. Idk why, but I really liked that. I've watched the movie twice so far and have definitely missed some details, so let me know something cool you noticed. Maybe an "easter egg" or a cool detail. Good job, Curry Baker.

I went to see "Obsession" on 05/18/2026. I had high expectations because of the 94% on Rotten Tomatoes as well as the 8.2 rating on IMDB (which is the score as of my writing). I'd say the movie was able to meet my expectations to a fair degree.

There are some extremely creepy and disturbing moments. I won't spoil anything by listing those moments or describing them too much. But there's one special scene where the main character Bear wakes up at 3:45AM. What happens in that scene is nothing short of pulse-racing: in terms of horror, it's on the same level as the final act in the movie "Hereditary."

In addition, there are some miminalistic shots that will make you unsettled. I'm referring to, for example, the lingering shots of Inde Navarrette's character as she smiles fixatedly, or the scenes where she talks to Bear while she stands in the shadows. Overall -- even as a horror movie veteran, I found this movie scary. I give the movie a ton of credit for that achievement.

Moreover, the movie wins some points for the casting and acting too. Michael Johnston looks exactly the part -- not ugly, not handsome: just a completely average, nondescript dude. You can see how he would end up friend-zoned, leading him to wish for his crush to like him.

As for Inde Navarrette - I was skeptical at first about her. She's cute in an innocent, child-like manner; she looks like a Disney/Nickelodeon figure. I was thus wondering if she could pull off this role in this horror. And I think she does. Her screams are convincing; her alternating facial expressions and behavioral quirks are impressive.

A minor role goes to Cooper Tomlinson as Bear's bestie. I found his scenes to be a highlight. He's like a blend of Sean William Scott and Sean Astin . The movie could've done more with his character infact.

All that said -- the movie makes a few missteps. The biggest issue might be the ending. The writers went with the most obvious exit for the situation created, and I didn't find it completely satisfying ... There are a few kills in the movie; I think most viewers will be able to see both of those kills from a mile away. And truthfully, I found both of those kills to be unnecessary.

In the finale, the movie mistakenly dips into some jarring dark-comedy stuff (e.g. "billion dollars"). There's an especially dumb, poorly-written scene where the main character calls the wishing company on the phone. A few of Nikki's bizarre antics are cliches, like the stuff with the cat. One or two scenes seem to dive into the tired realm of generic demonic-possession movie.

The main character's behavior doesn't seem logical after a certain point. The girl clearly crosses the line from weird to terrifying, and he too often seems too chill about it. Why doesn't he tell others (e.g. police)? Why isn't he more scared? Why does he keep trying to talk to her as if she's a functioning person when he knows otherwise? I get it -- he had to act this way because there wouldn't be a movie if he just went to the police. But it's still a flaw.

There was room to make the main character a lot relatable and sympathetic. After all, he's just a lonely guy who likes a girl out of his league, and he had no way to know that the wish object would really work . But by midway point, his behavior removes any chance of relatability and sympathy, as he keeps trying to make his twisted arrangement work. At that point, the reaction becomes less of "poor guy" and more "what a scumbag." Thereby, the movie missed a chance to offer more emotional depth

The characters are all young. They're submitting college applications, so I figure they're in the 18-22 age range. I often wondered where their parents were. How does the main character live on his own with a retail job salary?

Still though -- a very good movie.

8.5/10.