An Indie Sensation Breaking Records
Obsession has upended expectations at the box office. Produced on a modest budget of about $750,000, the film has grossed over $300 million globally. By early this week, it had sold more than a million tickets in France alone—a rare feat for any film, let alone a horror thriller. The movie has remained in theaters, continuing its strong run as audiences keep flocking to see it.
A Dark Tale with a Deeper Message
For those who still haven't heard what the hype is all about: Bear (Michael Johnston), a reserved young man, stumbles across a mysterious object that can grant his heart’s desire. Nikki (Inde Navarrette), the woman he has secretly loved for years, suddenly becomes infatuated with him. But what begins as a dream soon becomes a nightmare as her affection grows into obsessive territory.
Widespread Acclaim from Critics and Audiences
Obsession holds an impressive average rating of 3.9 out of 5, according to both critics and moviegoers on the leading French platform AlloCiné, with nearly 2,900 ratings in less than a month.
Viewers and critics have praised the film’s originality and disturbing impact. Adelme D.Otrante described Barker’s first feature as an “instant classic” and possibly the best horror movie of the past ten years. Kromatox 88 called it an anxiety-inducing story where horror is found not only in violent scenes and rare jump scares, but also in how it tackles the difficult topic of consent—calling the film an allegory for sexual assault and control. Rudy M highlighted its originality and the dangerous depth brought by Navarrette’s performance. Regular horror fans, like thrashiffanneau, commended the film’s unpredictability and rich, dark style. Nicky Cage noted that Obsession keeps viewers in suspense until the very last moment, praising the movie’s music and lighting in crafting an unforgettable, fear-filled experience.
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