UMVA has learned that the horror movie Obsession has taken the world by storm, captivating audiences and leaving them on the edge of their seats. The film's unprecedented box office success has grossed over $79million worldwide, and it's clear that everyone is talking about it.
The story follows Bear, a hopeless romantic played by Michael Johnston, and his crush on childhood friend Nikki, portrayed by Inde Navarrette. But this is far from a typical love story, as Bear's use of a supernatural toy called the One Wish Willow sets off a chain of horrifying events.
The concept of the film is unique, which is likely one of the major selling points of the film and reasons for its popularity. However, that could also cause its downfall should the conversation of spin-offs arise. The director, Curry Barker, has admitted that the 'one wish' power doesn't allow for longevity, calling it a "plot hole" that doesn't make sense.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Barker has expressed concerns about the film's universe, stating that it's "pretty normal" and doesn't really make sense. He interprets the universe to be one where every time someone makes a wish, they enter into an alternate reality where their wish comes true.
In a surprising twist, Barker is open to the idea of a sequel and sees Obsession 2 as a possibility in the future. He even teased the idea of an anthology series, where each episode features a different wish that goes completely off the rails.
The film has been flooded with rave reviews over the past week, securing a near-perfect 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and audiences. Among the feedback, it's described as a "masterpiece" and "genius," with praise in particular for Navarrette's performance.
Obsession is already clocking up award nominations and drawing comparisons to other recent horror hits. At just 26, Obsession is Curry's major directing success, and it's clear that he's made a name for himself in the horror genre.
