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Psychological Thriller 'The Girlfriend' Explores Love and Obsession

9/17/2025

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Story summary

Prime Video's psychological thriller, The Girlfriend, features Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke, focusing on love and obsession.
The story centers on Laura, a protective mother, and Cherry, her son's girlfriend, leading to rising conflict.
It has garnered positive reviews: 86% from critics and 78% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 7.2/10 on IMDb.
Critics commend the complex characters and gripping atmosphere, with no clear moral distinctions.
The narrative also tackles class inequality and social mobility, adding to the tension.

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Story summary

Prime Video's psychological thriller, The Girlfriend, features Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke, focusing on love and obsession.
The story centers on Laura, a protective mother, and Cherry, her son's girlfriend, leading to rising conflict.
It has garnered positive reviews: 86% from critics and 78% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 7.2/10 on IMDb.
Critics commend the complex characters and gripping atmosphere, with no clear moral distinctions.
The narrative also tackles class inequality and social mobility, adding to the tension.