Possum

Name: Possum
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Horror
Released: November 2, 2018
Duration: 85 min
Rating: 64
Cast: Alun Armstrong, Andy Blithe, Charlie Eales, Joe Gallucci, Pamela Cook

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Movie Details & Credits

Dark Sky Films | Release Date: November 2, 2018 | Not Rated

Starring: Alun Armstrong, Andy Blithe, Charlie Eales, Joe Gallucci, Pamela Cook, Raphel Famotibe, Ryan Enever, Sean Harris, Simon Bubb

Summary: After returning to his childhood home, a disgraced children's puppeteer is forced to confront his wicked stepfather and the secrets that have tortured his entire life.

Director: Matthew Holness

Genre(s): Drama, Thriller, Horror

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 85 min

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Christopher Machell

Nov 1, 2018

Possum’s evocation of wrongness, that unbalancing feeling that something is off – if only you could put your finger on it – lingers long after its overdetermined climax has resolved. Read full review

Olly Richards

Nov 2, 2018

Icky and unsettling, this British horror film crawls under your skin. Read full review

Pat Brown

In the end, there's little payoff for all the repetitive series of evocative visions and mute stares. Read full review

The Guardian Peter Bradshaw

Nov 8, 2018

This film induces a grisly shiver, like a slug dropped down the back of your neck, and there are some amazing images. But I wondered if it was finally unfinished and anticlimactic. Read full review

Dennis Harvey

Nov 15, 2018

If this wrap-up proves less than fully satisfying, Possum still casts an impressive spell. Read full review

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Caribou_goo

Nov 1, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie sets out first and foremost to play on the fear of isolation from society. It accomplishes this masterfully with it's bleak atmosphere and awkward interactions.

Second it invites the viewer to ostracize and judge the main character to make a commentary on societies view of mental illness.

The actual story is riddled with ambiguity and absurdity and it works because it's primarily a vehicle for the above two purposes. It absolutely is an ungrounded experience that creeps along before becoming a complete fever dream in the final 30 minutes. That's not gonna be for everyone. The movies weakest when it tries to ground itself at the end and clear the disorientation of not knowing what's real… Expand

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ScreenDim

Jan 20, 2023

"Possum" is a film that was recommended to me, and I expecting it to be just another boring indie flick. I was wrong, the film was brilliant.

The story follows a children's puppeteer, played by Sean Harris, who is struggling to come to terms with the traumatic events of his past. The way"Possum" is a film that was recommended to me, and I expecting it to be just another boring indie flick. I was wrong, the film was brilliant.

The story follows a children's puppeteer, played by Sean Harris, who is struggling to come to terms with the traumatic events of his past. The way Harris portrays the character is nothing short of a masterpiece. His performance is raw and emotional, and it's impossible not to feel for the guy.

The film is also visually stunning, with some of the most beautiful landscapes I've ever seen on the big screen. The cinematography is truly breathtaking and it's clear that a lot of care and attention went into making this film look as good as it does.

But what really stood out to me was the film's soundtrack. The music is haunting and atmospheric, and it really adds to the overall mood of the film. It's not often that a movie's soundtrack really stands out to me, but this one did.

The plot is not your typical Hollywood fare. It's not a movie filled with action and explosions, but that's what makes it so great. It's a slow-burning psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end. It's a film that will stay with you long after you've left the theater.

Now, I know some of you may be thinking that "Possum" sounds like a depressing movie, but trust me, it's not. Sure, it deals with some heavy themes, but it's also filled with moments of levity and dark humor. I found myself laughing out loud at times, which was a nice surprise.

Overall, I highly recommend "Possum" to anyone looking for a film that's a little bit different from the typical Hollywood fare. It's a film that's not afraid to take risks and push boundaries, and it's a refreshing change of pace from the usual blockbuster movies. Go see this film and you won't be disappointed.… Expand

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DragoDorits

Jun 21, 2020

A few unearned jumpscares, underwhelming ending, but great symbolism/design

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tipar

Nov 16, 2018

I do like surreal but this one is just not a good movie. You must make a big effort to see the whole thing.3'5/10

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qbasekostas

Feb 3, 2019

Δε μου άρεσε καθόλου,επικρατούσε μια ψυχολογικά αρρωστημένη ατμόσφαιρα.....

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qbase

Feb 4, 2019

Μια αηδία,δε μου άρεσε καθόλου,μια ψυχολογικά αρρωστημένη ατμόσφαιρα.......

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