Episode 102 : The Obsession From Hell (90’s Special)

2023-02-27

Lies… Manipulation… Gaslighting… OBSESSED. Obsession-driven psychodramas are a special sect of early ‘90s cinema. It also happens to be one of our favorite thriller sub-genres.But what makes them so special? What sets them apart & what do they share in common? We’ve honed in & created our own rules for the genre — what we love, the most memorable moments & how do these movies hold up 30+ years later? Let the thrills & chills begin! //***Films Included***\\...

Lies… Manipulation… Gaslighting… OBSESSED. Obsession-driven psychodramas are a special sect of early ‘90s cinema. It also happens to be one of our favorite thriller sub-genres.
But what makes them so special? What sets them apart & what do they share in common? We’ve honed in & created our own rules for the genre — what we love, the most memorable moments & how do these movies hold up 30+ years later?

Let the thrills & chills begin!
 //***Films Included***\\

The Crush (1993), Fear (1996), The Hand that Rocks the Cradle (1992), Pacific Heights (1990), Poison Ivy (1992), Single White Female (1992), The Temp (1993), Unlawful Entry (1992).

//***Picks of the Week***\\
Returning in Episode 103.

//***MurrayMoment***\\
Returning in Episode 103.

//***Final Thoughts on ***\\
Episode wrap-up & a few outlier films which narrowly missed inclusion in this episode.

Next Episode:  March 28: MENACE II SOCIETY (1993).

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