Unwell, Anyway

Unwell, Anyway

Possession (1981)

The horror of loving someone you no longer recognize

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Charlène Bagcal
Jul 15, 2026
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There are horror films that scare you. Then there are horror films that fundamentally unsettle you.

And then there’s Possession (1981).

As a tribute to the late Sam Neill, I’m taking a closer look at my favorite film and exploring why I believe it’s a masterclass in cinema.

Possession (1981)

Every year, I revisit Andrzej Żuławski’s masterpiece, and every ye…

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