SummaryA journey into obsession, this is the story of a British intelligence agent (McGregor) so taken with a beautiful killer (Judd) that he cannot bear to apprehend her. Set in the surreal world of a high-tech voyeur, the tale follows him across the country as he embarks on a desperate quest for this enigmatic femme fatale. (Destination Films)
Directed By:Stephan Elliott
Written By:Marc Behm, Stephan Elliott
Eye of the Beholder
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Generally Unfavorable
29
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Generally Favorable
6.2
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Metascore
Generally Unfavorable
29
8% Positive
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31% Mixed
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16 Reviews
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83
Director Stephen Elliott has acquitted himself admirably in creating this serious thriller.
50
Never brings its potentially intriguing plot strands into focus.
User score
Generally Favorable
6.2
53% Positive
10 Ratings
10 Ratings
26% Mixed
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
21% Negative
4 Ratings
4 Ratings
Jul 17, 2024
10
"The movie was a cinematic masterpiece, with a gripping narrative that kept me on the edge of my seat. The performances were top-notch, with the lead actors delivering nuanced and emotive portrayals of their characters. The cinematography was stunning, with breathtaking visuals that transported me to a world of wonder. The score was equally impressive, perfectly capturing the mood and tone of each scene. Overall, the film was a thought-provoking and visually stunning experience that left a lasting impact long after the credits rolled."
Jul 16, 2024
10
"The Eye of the Beholder" is a gripping and thought-provoking thriller that skillfully explores the blurred lines between reality and perception, with a talented cast, clever plot twists, and a tense atmosphere that will keep you guessing until the very end.
40
High-buffed, low-rack pulp.
30
A mixed-genre detective pic, thriller and love story that shifts gears too often and doesn't know when to end.
25
There's not much else for viewers to do but give themselves over to the whims of the bad-movie gods.
20
Impenetrable mess of a movie.
0
Pretentious, perplexing and plain rock-dumb movie.
Jul 11, 2017
10
This **** film is a classic psychological thriller. From the spooky hallucinations of his wife-napped daughter, to the wailing guilt of the serial murderess he obssesses over, Ewan MacGregor's understated role as the perfectly unstable spy binds all the imaginary and bloodcurdling elements together. Features great sets and cinematography building to one twisted climax of human misery. Demands attention. Excellent, A+
Dec 25, 2013
0
This movie would be a hot mess even if Ashley Judd could act. Unfortunately she can't act. It's painfully obvious that she has reached her level of incompetence in the acting world.
Production Company:
- Ambridge Film Partnership
- Behaviour Worldwide
- Eye of the Beholder Ltd.
- Filmline International
- Hit & Run Productions
- Mel's Cite du Cinema
- Village Roadshow Pictures
Release Date:Jan 28, 2000
Duration:1 h 49 m
Rating:R
Tagline:Obsession is in the eye of the beholder.
Awards
Brussels International Festival of Fantasy Film (BIFFF)
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
