Obsession tells an unusual story, and writer-director Curry Barker executes it in a refreshingly fresh manner. Its biggest strength is its creepiness; the way he brings this aspect to the fore must be seen to be believed. It is also nerve-wracking, as one never knows when the next jump-scare moment will arrive. On the flip side, a few developments are unconvincing, especially the actions of the boyfriend. The finale, and particularly the final scene, is underwhelming and could have packed a stronger punch. The absence of subtitles is a downer, and the same applies to the cuts imposed by the CBFC. Speaking of performances, Inde Navarrette (Nikki) is terrific, to say the least. Some of the most seasoned actors would have found this role difficult to crack, but she makes it look effortless. An Oscar nomination-worthy performance. Michael Johnston (Baron) is too good and communicates a lot through his expressions. Cooper Tomlinson (Ian) and Megan Lawless (Sarah) are fine. All in all, Obsession is a crazy film and makes for a great experience in cinema halls.
My rating – *** ½ out of 5!