What movies or shows are you watching?

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In the What Are You Remembering? thread, I recently posted about my favorite episode of The Twilight Zone, titled The Chaser (1960), which channels the "be very careful what (or who) you wish for" vibe in a light-hearted way.

I was reminded of it after seeing a trailer for a new indie supernatural horror film, Obsession, coming May 15, 2026. It seems to project the same "be very careful what (or who) you wish for" theme, but in a dark and sinister way. I definitely intend to see it.

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In my previous post, I mentioned looking forward to seeing Obsession when it's released in the US on May 15, 2026. Today, I watched a very cool review of the film by movie critic Emma Wolfe of SpookyAstronauts. She saw it at a film festival in September 2025 and gave it 10 out of 10 stars, calling it one of the best movies she's ever seen. Her review is amazing and really makes me look forward to seeing it.

Warning: During her review, Emma drops a few f-bombs. If you're sensitive to that language or if it's inappropriate for your surroundings, do not watch the video below.

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Last night I watched Mercy (2026), which is a sci-fi film about an AI judge presiding over a murder trial as judge, juror, and executioner. The story's premise is very good, but the script and acting missed the mark with me. The most alarming aspect of the movie is its dystopian presentation of a near-future Earth where virtually everyone and everything in society is under constant video, audio, and electronic surveillance, and the AI judge has immediate access to all of it. I rate the movie 4 out of 10 stars.

4⭐ A weak movie that didn't work for me overall — fell flat. 😕📉

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I recently watched Ex Machina (2014), which is a sci-fi film about a programmer brought to a remote estate to evaluate an advanced AI android. The premise is interesting, but for me the script and acting were weak. The movie ultimately felt shallow and underdeveloped, with less imagination and depth than it needed. I rate the movie 4 out of 10 stars.

4⭐ A weak movie that fell far short of its potential. I would not care to rewatch it. 🫤⬇️

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There are three new films I intend to watch in the near future, including:

Midwinter Break (2026): A mystery/drama following a long-married couple who take a trip to Amsterdam. The getaway stirs buried memories and old wounds that test their relationship. This looks like something Alfred Hitchcock would write.

Obsession (2026): Planned release on May 15, 2026. The film is a horror movie that can best be described as a love story with the premise "be very careful who and what you wish for." Early reviews have been extremely strong, and the premise is that a wish is fulfilled with a terrifying cost.

Queen at Sea (2026): A dark drama starring Juliette Binoche as a daughter dealing with her mother's dementia, and a family situation that turns into a moral and legal crisis. This one also looks like something Alfred Hitchcock would write.