Curry Barker's Horror Film “Obsession” Gets Praise at Toronto Film Festival

Obsession film Curry Barker Toronto International Film Festival horror thriller positive reviews

The horror‑thriller “Obsession,” directed by Curry Barker and starring Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless and Andy Richter, premiered in the Midnight Madness program of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Reviewers highlighted Barker’s script and direction and Navarrette’s “unhinged” performance, noting the film’s blend of romance‑driven wish‑fulfilment and dark consequences.

A podcast review on the Next Best Picture show and a Fox News Digital article both praised the film, calling it an effective debut for the up‑and‑coming filmmakers and emphasizing how an innocent wish spirals into a nightmare.

The positive reception suggests “Obsession” may attract further attention ahead of its upcoming release on Focus Features.

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Inde Navarrette Delivers One of the Best Horror Performances in Years in 'Obsession' - Juice Box Press [thejuiceboxpress.com]

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The Next Best Picture Podcast - "Obsession" [nextbestpicture.com]

4 months ago

Mish Mash Monday – The Star Wars Summer Odyssey (Please Send Help To These Films!) [scriptshadow.net]

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"Obsession" Has Strong Box-Office Start [www.darkhorizons.com]

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Obsession's Scariest Scene Recalls One Of The Best Horror Movies Ever - SlashFilm [www.slashfilm.com]

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'Obsession' Review: An innocent wish turns into a nightmare in a horror flick from talented up-and-comers [www.foxnews.com]

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