Bizarre and one-of-a-kind—Obsession makes one wonder if a relationship may need some restructuring or a makeover. It presents a unique approach with many comedic vibes which also have the intentions of being creepy or eerie. The film executes it with spellbinding direction. Obsession is one of the most creative and crazy flicks I have seen this year. The concept of relationship struggles is a subject that has always made me curious. Questions spiraled through my mind with a lot of who, why, and where. Those three W’s felt like a melody throughout this wild ride. Written and directed by Curry Barker, he creates a wish concept with nightmares that unravel in kooky ways.  

The film’s main character is Bear, and he is played by Michael Johnston. He seeks relief from his loneliness and attempts to break it by making a wish under a secret strategy called, “One Wish Willow.” Once he does that his wishes do come true, but in a way he was not anticipating. He meets Nikki, plated by Inde Navarrette. She has a cute and caring vibe, but the sinister side rumbles underneath it all.

Nikki starts out as a girl that is quiet and reserved. As socializing between Bear and Nikki moves forward, it becomes a bit of a nightmare for Bear. Nikki becomes more aggressive with her voice. There are also elements of dishonesty. She does everything to get attention. The direction of Barker looping in addictive personality adds a surreal light that is a treat of overwhelming suspense.

Can Bear handle Nikki? That question came up in my mind repeatedly with Obsession. Especially when there is a lovely lady like Nikki banging her head for attention. The bipolar sides of Obsession are unmistakable. There is a component of a tragedy that works hard to feel the reality of love under the circumstances. Obsession knows how to make wishes become a true nightmare. It does so in a fanciful light.

There are many ways to describe this movie. I am going to say that it is melancholy with a stirring pot to make its audience laugh and be shocked with the recipe of a wish going wrong.  It is utterly brilliant in portraying this concept. Bear wants to feel like there is someone to love him, and he gets it. He cannot get away from the dangerous Nikki. There is a lot to say about Obsession, as it takes the audience on a trip of non-stop ups and downs. It is mesmerizing though. A most vivid portrait of comedy and terror. Three-and-a-half out of four stars.