2020 / 103m - Canada
Sci-fi, Horror
4.0*/5.0*
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Plot: Tasya is a skilled contract killer. She has been trained to invade people's minds, carry out the assassinations and return to her body by forcing her hosts to commit suicide. Detaching from a host becomes increasingly difficult with each new kill, which is why she needs to undergo a rigorous psychological evaluation after each assignment. Though she can fool the tests, she starts to notice that her mind is slipping. When she's assigned a crucial case she accepts without hesitation, but once she's inside he

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November 12, 2020

4.0*/5.0*

The reassuring confirmation of Brandon Cronenberg's talent. The family resemblance is still pretty obvious, but it's clear that Brandon's work isn't just a carbon copy of father David. Possessor is a relentless, dark, moody and grim sci-fi tale with strong horror influences, thriving on stylistic prowess and honoring its intriguing premise with a smart plot. Hopefully this opens the door to a successful (and slightly more active) career.