Stay
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: October 21, 2005
8.4
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Universal acclaim based on 225 Ratings
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geofd.Oct 28, 2005
If you understand what you see. You will love this film. Well Done.
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GiovanniC.May 1, 2006
I was surprised to find such bad ratings for a film that is well crafted both on the visuals and on a plot that surely is not the type mainstream movie critics or your average viewer are used to see. This is a movie that makes you think even I was surprised to find such bad ratings for a film that is well crafted both on the visuals and on a plot that surely is not the type mainstream movie critics or your average viewer are used to see. This is a movie that makes you think even if not everything is explained. Its a good movie.… Expand
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LindaNJan 13, 2009
Even if you get confused, you should be able to appreciate this movie. Just enjoy the beauty and mystery of it. Relax and enjoy it--don't get all wrapped up in the fact that it "doesn't make sense" (yet). The ending reveals its Even if you get confused, you should be able to appreciate this movie. Just enjoy the beauty and mystery of it. Relax and enjoy it--don't get all wrapped up in the fact that it "doesn't make sense" (yet). The ending reveals its secrets, and yet It holds up to multiple viewings. I think I loved it more the fourth time I saw it than the first.… Expand
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HoB.Oct 30, 2005
I didnt think I would like this movie and I'm not quite sure why I went to see it. However, after seeing it, I was very impressed. I havent seen many good movies lately, but this one is a very entertaining film that I will highly I didnt think I would like this movie and I'm not quite sure why I went to see it. However, after seeing it, I was very impressed. I havent seen many good movies lately, but this one is a very entertaining film that I will highly recommend to my friends. Go to this movie with an open mind, watch it, dont try to analyze it until the end of the movie. Then, and only then, will it make sense.… Expand
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MariosP.Apr 8, 2006
Like Judd N i've never rated a film here and our reasons for making this our first contribution to the site is exactly the same: most critics just "dropped the ball" with this one. David Lynch and Jacob's Ladder came to mind while Like Judd N i've never rated a film here and our reasons for making this our first contribution to the site is exactly the same: most critics just "dropped the ball" with this one. David Lynch and Jacob's Ladder came to mind while watching this. If you have any questions after watching this just watch the extra features on the DVD. I can't say i "loved" it, but i definitely thought it was a solid 8/10 for the kind of film it wants to be. The directing was great (although i'm not a fan of Forster's previous work) and the photography/music give the film a haunting quality. A film that stays with you long after the end credits roll. But i can see how some people might hate it. I'm the same with most films by Gus Van Sant (especially Gerry and Last Days). Some people can find things to love in those film, but i just don't get them i guess.… Expand
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ElsaB.Oct 24, 2005
This movie was indeed an experience--Hitchcock to the 10th power! I suspect that the unimpressed viewers (some of whom are critics) simply aren't comfortable viewing this world as an illusion and having 2 plus 2 make 5. They dismiss the This movie was indeed an experience--Hitchcock to the 10th power! I suspect that the unimpressed viewers (some of whom are critics) simply aren't comfortable viewing this world as an illusion and having 2 plus 2 make 5. They dismiss the movie out of hand--instead of admitting they don't understand it. I also do not "get it" after the first viewing--but will be happy to view it over and over until the onscreen meditation pays off.… Expand
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AdamW.Apr 8, 2006
I'm offended by the critical rating of this movie, and thus, my two cents. Stay is a wonderfully written, acted, edited and directed psychlogical horror. Don't listen to naysayers, go see it. Just remember to bring your brain.
1 of 1 users found this helpful
10
VitorV.Sep 7, 2007
This is an intelligent film. See it if you know how to think.
1 of 1 users found this helpful
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AndréF.Sep 7, 2007
It can be quite confusing but don't wait the end to reveal it all.
1 of 1 users found this helpful
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JuddNNov 13, 2005
I've never rated a movie before because I usually agree with the critics. However, they completely dropped the ball on this one. It is a beautiful film that keeps you thinking for days after you leave the theatre. To all you critics, I've never rated a movie before because I usually agree with the critics. However, they completely dropped the ball on this one. It is a beautiful film that keeps you thinking for days after you leave the theatre. To all you critics, didn't you hate Donnie Darko the first time around? Don't worry, the bandwagon will be back when Stay is released on DVD. You can hop on it then.… Expand
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LindseyH.Oct 24, 2005
The only thing about this movie that I find confusing is the abundance of poor reviews it has been getting. Stay is a beautiful film, with a superb cast, and an excellent storyline. There is no trickery involved, as it is quite apparent The only thing about this movie that I find confusing is the abundance of poor reviews it has been getting. Stay is a beautiful film, with a superb cast, and an excellent storyline. There is no trickery involved, as it is quite apparent throughout the film that it is NOT taking place in reality. I found nothing pretentious about it. It was definitely arty, as are all of Marc Forster's films - he is attempting to impress the importance and influence of art in everyday life. I've seen a lot of films in my short lifetime, and in my honest opinion Stay is one of the best.… Expand
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msAug 20, 2006
This was as close to a video game that a movie could get. Not in the sense of it being playable or linear but in the sense that it made you participate. It made you emerge yourself with the strange happenings occuring. To figure things out This was as close to a video game that a movie could get. Not in the sense of it being playable or linear but in the sense that it made you participate. It made you emerge yourself with the strange happenings occuring. To figure things out you had to try to work it all in your head but while the movie kept moving at an unpredictable pace. This movie kepot me both guessing and figuring until the conclusion shed light onto the events that had occured. It was almost interactive for me. The direction was nothing short of artowkr in itself and the acting was mostly well done (Major Props to Ryan Gosling). It sort of reminded me of a suicidal Wicker Park only with more artsy production (yet just as pretty) and a darker and more convoluted plot. I felt deeply touched by Ryan's acting and the character that he portrayed, while I was a tad less interested in the performances by Naomi And Ewan. I found it fascinating and interpretive..like a painting you have ot be able to make your own assumptions about what happened...that's why I feel this is art. But at the same time you were forced to use some mental skills to try and figure things out, which is why I believe it is also as much of a game. I can't wait to play again.… Expand
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NathanB.Nov 22, 2006
Excellent artistic and cinematographic work. The ending is convoluted and requires a lot of thinking but if you're willing to think, you should be satisfied. On the other hand, they worked too hard to throw you off and it kind of Excellent artistic and cinematographic work. The ending is convoluted and requires a lot of thinking but if you're willing to think, you should be satisfied. On the other hand, they worked too hard to throw you off and it kind of impedes their message.… Expand
1 of 1 users found this helpful
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saeidAug 18, 2013
This movie is a piece of art, It's like a dream. I have watched it several times and each time I've enjoyed it more. The acting is remarkable, especially Ryan Gosling who plays Henry. The directing is super artistic! I felt like I was in aThis movie is a piece of art, It's like a dream. I have watched it several times and each time I've enjoyed it more. The acting is remarkable, especially Ryan Gosling who plays Henry. The directing is super artistic! I felt like I was in a dream when the scenes blurred into each other. The story was brilliant! The ending was so breathtaking and made me stay with the film after it was finished. This movie is so deep and some people may not enjoy or understand it completely, but for me 'Stay' is the greatest movie of all time!… Expand
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jzmeJan 8, 2013
Superb, non-typical and breathtakingly beautiful dream-like movie. One of a kind movie and movies like this is hard to find. The story line did not make any sense, only because everything was imagined in Henry's head when he was about to die.Superb, non-typical and breathtakingly beautiful dream-like movie. One of a kind movie and movies like this is hard to find. The story line did not make any sense, only because everything was imagined in Henry's head when he was about to die. It didn't need to, and that makes this movie so special. It really felt like it was in a dream. I thought the casts, script, effects and story line was brilliant. Kudos to director Marc Forster for thinking outside the box.… Expand
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10
Masoud1986Apr 14, 2013
""Sam Foster(Ewan McGregor): If this is a dream, the whole world is inside it.""

If you're looking for an amazing movie that's here:STAY It's a complex but complete movie.I think that the best example for Near Death Experience(NDE) is""Sam Foster(Ewan McGregor): If this is a dream, the whole world is inside it.""

If you're looking for an amazing movie that's here:STAY It's a complex but complete movie.I think that the best example for Near Death Experience(NDE) is shown in this movie and it represents us the perspicacity of both director and writer. Every dialog and scene in STAY is important and not only you must listen and watch it but also you should memorize all the details such as background sounds,visages,sentences,names and so on!

Paying attention to what happens could help everyone enjoy the film.

I believe there are some similarities between Orson Welles's TOUCH OF EVIL and STAY in the ways of cinematography.

Ryan Gosling plays appreciable and is the best for his role.His glance makes him and the movie so mysterious.The character of Henry Letham can show us both innocence and guilty in his eyes.Guilty;that he thinks about his personality that made him to say and write "forgive me" again and again.And innocence;that Dr.Sam Foster could find in Henrie's conscience and wanna show to Henry.

The golden globe nominee director Marc Forster has shown that could make such laudable films in different genres like FINDING NEVERLAND,STRANGER THAN FICTION,MONSTER's BALL and KITE RUNNER. It was the first accompaniment between David Benioff and Marc Forster that repeated again in The Kite Runner. I say:what do you want of a complete movie;suspension,good directing,good playing,good music and.... STAY could gather them all. It's not my best 'cause it is always SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION as a respectable one but i've watched STAY about 13times,i think! and every time i've found something new.STAY keeps you in a suspension situation.

STAY, a film that must be watched not just once but twice!… Expand
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9
StaticSpineAug 26, 2013
Great storyline, superb cast, splendid director's work and filming, stylish picture. I'd recommend this to all people who loves movies which stimulate you to think them over. One of the best movies I've ever seen.
1 of 3 users found this helpful12
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7
Meth-dudeJul 11, 2016
The movie was not always coherent and there were a few plot holes here and there but, the acting was good and the story was interesting enough to keep the viewer entertained. It's definitely not a movie made for mainstream audience.Stay is aThe movie was not always coherent and there were a few plot holes here and there but, the acting was good and the story was interesting enough to keep the viewer entertained. It's definitely not a movie made for mainstream audience.Stay is a weird but yet interesting movie.Watch it if you like Ryan Gosling or movies that are not made the conventional way.… Expand
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TylerMOct 23, 2005
Definately a treat for fans of artsy-directing. Most will be disappointed with the ending and the movie's overall lack of substance, but if you can suspend your desire for a neat little package, you'll enjoy the craziness of the Definately a treat for fans of artsy-directing. Most will be disappointed with the ending and the movie's overall lack of substance, but if you can suspend your desire for a neat little package, you'll enjoy the craziness of the journey. Few films are as visually interesting.… Expand
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p.p.Nov 9, 2006
i actually never heard of it and then it was on. i was sucked in pretty good. the directing was beautiful and the clothing was better than in almost every film. a pleasure to watch as it was entertaining and intense. it could have been a i actually never heard of it and then it was on. i was sucked in pretty good. the directing was beautiful and the clothing was better than in almost every film. a pleasure to watch as it was entertaining and intense. it could have been a little better but the focus was spread in a lot of places. a nice suprise.… Expand
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R.G.Aug 8, 2006
Great movie, certainly amongst the best last year. very surprised to see critics and everyone else pan it. it does not work as a thriller, as advertised by fox. it throws you into a maze and works over time like a installation piece, i readGreat movie, certainly amongst the best last year. very surprised to see critics and everyone else pan it. it does not work as a thriller, as advertised by fox. it throws you into a maze and works over time like a installation piece, i read that somewhere and i made perfect sense. the movies stays with you for days, to try and figure out how memories and dreams interact with each other. the beginning is the perfect setup and the ending is another beginning to work what you have seen...so i guess in a way its interactive.… Expand
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KateV.Jun 30, 2007
It's a movie I probably would have given a 5 right after watching it, but it had a way of working on me and revealing its depth in the days afterwards. Stay really stayed with me, and I suspect it's a movie that will be even better It's a movie I probably would have given a 5 right after watching it, but it had a way of working on me and revealing its depth in the days afterwards. Stay really stayed with me, and I suspect it's a movie that will be even better on the second viewing.… Expand
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AnonymousMCAug 25, 2007
I can see why many did not like this movie as it requires a bit of thought while watching. We have become so used to being "entertained" and not challenged while watching movies today. There are clues throughout the entire movie. Throughout I can see why many did not like this movie as it requires a bit of thought while watching. We have become so used to being "entertained" and not challenged while watching movies today. There are clues throughout the entire movie. Throughout the entire movie, you see all those standing around Henry after the accident. You hear Henry say to him that he did nothing wrong, that he tire blew because he was right behind him. You see the car swerve and roll on the bridge. All accidents that occur like that on bridges are usually multi-car accidents. My opinion: They are all dead, but don't realize it yet so they "stay" and function as if they were still alive. Henry was the only one that figured it out. He stated, "I have to wake up now." When the emergency crews arrived you didn't see them talk to Lila or Sam or any of the characters standing around him. You then see Sam meeting Lila and asking her to coffee while visions (actual memories) of them together ran through his mind. A brilliant film of how we hold on to life, even when it's gone.… Expand
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PavelRMar 28, 2009
The directing, the script, the editing, the clothes, the colors...all add up to a means that makes the films more transcending than your average thriller.
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[Anonymous]Dec 24, 2005
Very good. Haunting and gut-wrenchingly sad story. Will leave you thinking about the film for days and weeks to come. Great if you like to discuss a movie in depth afterwards with a friend and try to understand what just happened! Allow this Very good. Haunting and gut-wrenchingly sad story. Will leave you thinking about the film for days and weeks to come. Great if you like to discuss a movie in depth afterwards with a friend and try to understand what just happened! Allow this film to affect you emotionally as it is very powerful.… Expand
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KrisannMOct 23, 2005
I thought the movie was awesome, but what do I know, I'm not a "professional" movie rater. I never agree with them anyways. I was still quite confused at the ending, but the movie was incredible as far as artistic goes. Would see it I thought the movie was awesome, but what do I know, I'm not a "professional" movie rater. I never agree with them anyways. I was still quite confused at the ending, but the movie was incredible as far as artistic goes. Would see it again in a heart beat!… Expand
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eva3si0nSep 13, 2020
Stay is a good thriller with an unusual plot. In addition to the fact that the plot is special here, and looks unconventional, according to the special "like in a dream." There is also a good cast here, and the end is excellent. To understandStay is a good thriller with an unusual plot. In addition to the fact that the plot is special here, and looks unconventional, according to the special "like in a dream." There is also a good cast here, and the end is excellent. To understand the film, you need to watch it at least 2 times.… Expand
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MahmusOct 1, 2020
I love the way this movie is shot and edited.
While the performamces are inconsistent (Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts aren't the best here), Bob Hoskins and emo Ryan Gosling are really good.
It's one of the few movies that actually pulled offI love the way this movie is shot and edited.
While the performamces are inconsistent (Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts aren't the best here), Bob Hoskins and emo Ryan Gosling are really good.

It's one of the few movies that actually pulled off its kind of plot twist (one of the hardest to pull off).… Expand
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Kingly01Mar 5, 2022
A puzzle movie that is rewarding once you have give it time to understand its layers.
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fuor22May 31, 2023
this film is one of the best films I have ever watched. The story is riveting, the acting is great, and the visuals are stunning too.
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