Misery

Experience a heart-pumping psychological thriller with powerhouse performances that will leave you in near misery and on the edge of your seat until the very end.
93/10023356
Starring
Kathy Bates, James Caan
Director
Rob Reiner
Rating
R
Genre
Drama, Suspense, Thriller
Release date
November 30, 1990
Where to watch
Vudu (rent or buy), Amazon Prime (rent or buy)
Overall Score
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Non-Wokeness
Rating Summary
Misery is a psychological thriller with brilliant performances by James Caan and Kathy Bates, who brings a chilling intensity to her role as the unstable fan. The film expertly builds suspense and keeps audiences guessing until the end.
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Misery is a film that will leave a lasting impression on audiences long after the credits roll. This psychological thriller follows the story of novelist Paul Sheldon (James Caan), who is rescued from a car crash by his biggest fan, Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates). However, as Paul recovers in Annie’s remote mountain home, he begins to realize that she is not the helpful nurse she claims to be, but rather a deeply disturbed individual who will stop at nothing to keep him in her twisted grasp.

Misery

From the moment we meet Annie, it is clear that she is a force to be reckoned with. Bates delivers a truly captivating and unsettling performance as the unstable fan, imbuing the character with a chilling intensity that will leave viewers on edge. Caan is equally impressive as Paul, conveying a sense of growing desperation and fear as he becomes increasingly trapped in Annie’s twisted world.

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The film does an excellent job of building suspense and keeping the audience guessing until the very end. The isolated mountain setting only adds to the sense of unease, as Paul realizes that there is no one to turn to for help. The story is further elevated by the strong writing and direction, which keeps the tension high throughout.

Overall, Misery is a must-see for fans of the horror genre. The performances by Caan and Bates are top-notch and the film expertly builds suspense until the very end. It’s a powerful showcase of acting talent and a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Don’t miss it!

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James Carrick

James Carrick is a passionate film enthusiast with a degree in theater and philosophy. James approaches dramatic criticism from a philosophic foundation grounded in aesthetics and ethics, offering insight and analysis that reveals layers of cinematic narrative with a touch of irreverence and a dash of snark.

2 comments

  • Obz

    July 13, 2023 at 11:43 am

    Stephen king (writer) is one of the most woke guys you’ll ever discover. However back in the 80s he had some good films produced, this is one of them. I agree with the rating

    Reply

    • James Carrick

      July 13, 2023 at 11:47 am

      Yeah, he’s become a Twitter-trolling Leftist douché, but Misery is a heck of a movie.

      Reply

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