Possession (2002) movie poster

Possession (2002)

"The past will connect them. The passion will possess them."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 58% (RT: 64%, MC: 52) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMysteryRomance

Where to Watch

Rent / Buy
Prime VideoGoogle PlayApple TVFandango at Home
See all watch options on JustWatch
Director
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (192 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
Metacritic
52
Cast
Gwyneth Paltrow as Maud Bailey
Aaron Eckhart as Roland Mitchell
Jeremy Northam as Randolph Henry Ash
Jennifer Ehle as Christabel LaMotte
Lena Headey as Blanche Glover
Holly Aird as Ellen Ash
Toby Stephens as Fergus Wolfe
Trevor Eve as Cropper
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 192 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 58%.
Overview
Maud Bailey, a brilliant English academic, is researching the life and work of poet Christabel La Motte. Roland Michell is an American scholar in London to study Randolph Henry Ash, now best-known for a collection of poems dedicated to his wife. When Maud and Roland discover a cache of love letters that appear to be from Ash to La Motte, they follow a trail of clues across England, echoing the journey of the couple over a century earlier. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

Possession is a 2002 drama, mystery, romance film directed by Neil LaBute. Maud Bailey, a brilliant English academic, is researching the life and work of poet Christabel La Motte. Roland Michell is an American scholar in London to study Randolph Henry Ash, now best-known for a collection of poems dedicated to his wife.

When Maud and Roland discover a cache of love letters that appear to be from Ash to La Motte, they follow a trail of clues across England, echoing the journey of the couple over a century earlier. The film has been rated by 192 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Possession delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Possession (2002) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

Movies You Might Like
← Browse All Movies | Free Movies | Best Movies | New Releases
💬 Feedback