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Possessor is recommended for viewers aged 13+ and above based on its content.

Movie Info

Release Date: October 02, 2020

Runtime: 103 minutes

Alternative titles: View all (3)

Genres:

Thriller Science Fiction Horror

Budget: $2,500,000

Revenue: $911,000

Original Language: English

Status: Released

Production Countries:

🇺🇸 United States of America 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇦 Canada 🇦🇺 Australia

Spoken Languages:

English

Critic Scores

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72/100

Metacritic

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6.4/10

TMDB
1,031 votes

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6.5/10

IMDb
53,181 votes

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Possessor

Name: Possessor
Genre: Thriller, Science Fiction, Horror
Released: 2020
Duration: 103 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Andrea Riseborough, Christopher Abbott, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Sean Bean, Tuppence Middleton

2020

"Your mind, their body; a deadly connection."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Possessor Uncut^? 🇰🇷 KO: 조종자^? 🇷🇺 RU: Обладатель^? All international titles (3) →

Thriller Science Fiction Horror 103 min 6.5/10

Synopsis

Possessor is a movie released in 2020.

Possessor is a 2020 film that blends the genres of thriller, science fiction, and horror to create a chilling narrative focused on the complexities of identity and control. The film follows an agent who works for a secretive organization that employs technology to inhabit the bodies of others. This premise opens the door to exploring themes of autonomy, morality, and the psychological toll of manipulation, as the protagonist grapples with the consequences of her actions. The atmosphere of Possessor is tense and unsettling, accentuated by striking visuals and a haunting score that enhance the film's exploration of disturbed consciousness. With a talented cast including Andrea Riseborough and Christopher Abbott, the performances convey a deep sense of conflict and emotional struggle. The film invites viewers to consider the implications of technology on human relationships and the nature of self, making it a thought-provoking addition to the realm of contemporary horror and science fiction.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	4/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	3/5
Drugs / Alcohol	2/5
Frightening Elements	4/5

Detailed explanations

Violence

The film contains intense scenes of violence, including graphic depictions of physical harm and bloodshed. Some sequences may be disturbing to younger viewers.

Sexual Content

There are some sexual situations and brief nudity, but these elements are not the central focus of the film.

Language

The dialogue includes strong language and profanity, which may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are references to drug use and some scenes depicting drug-related behavior, though it is not pervasive throughout the film.

Frightening Elements

The film includes psychological horror and unsettling imagery that can be frightening and may cause anxiety in viewers.

Summary for parents:

Possessor is a thriller that explores themes of identity and control through violent and psychological elements. Parents should consider the intense violence, strong language, and frightening imagery when determining suitability for children.

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Box Office

Budget: $2,500,000

Revenue: $911,000

Profit -$-1,589,000

ROI -63.6% (0.4x)

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Cast of Possessor

Andrea Riseborough

Tasya Vos

Christopher Abbott

Colin Tate

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Girder

Sean Bean

John Parse

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Keywords

#murder 253 #dystopia 116 #assassin 50 #brutality 46 #gore 46 #gun 33 #hallucination 27 #body horror 18 #possession 16 #assassination attempt 12 #tech noir 9 #mind control 6 #machine 3 #multiple stabbings 3 #sanity 2

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Possessor

Possessor was filmed primarily in Canada, utilizing various locations in Ontario to create a distinct visual aesthetic that complements the film's themes of identity and control.

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The film features a unique sound design that blends eerie ambient noises with unsettling score elements, enhancing the psychological tension experienced by the audience.

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Andrea Riseborough, who plays the lead role of Tasya Vos, undertook extensive preparation by studying the psychological impacts of dissociative identity and method acting techniques.

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In one scene, a character's reflection can be seen in a mirror, but the lighting and position of the character create an accidental continuity error, as their movement does not match what is shown in the reflection.

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Possessor shares thematic similarities with other films directed by Brandon Cronenberg, particularly exploring the intersections of technology and human consciousness.

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One of the film's visual motifs includes the use of mirrors and reflective surfaces, symbolizing the duality of identity and the theme of possession.

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The practical effects used in Possessor were designed to create a visceral sense of horror, with a focus on realism to heighten the audience's emotional response.

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