Po dłuższej nieobecności Marc powraca do Berlina Zachodniego, gdzie ze zgrozą dowiaduje się od żony, Anny , że ta ma kochanka. Dodatkowo zaniepokojony jej dziwnym zachowaniem wynajmuje detektywa, który ma wyjaśnić sprawę. Okazuje się, że kochankiem Anny jest potwór, bardziej zwierzę niż człowiek. Anna zabija detektywa, to samo czyni z kolejnym, który poszukuje zaginionego kolegi. Marc sam idzie pod wskazany adres. Na miejscu postanawia ukryć ślady zbrodni.
Where to Watch Opętanie
- Greg Winston2 listopada 2025A list of the best horror movies from the last 100 years selected Possession for 1981. Over Evil Dead and American Werewolf… I don’t know how to articulate what I watched or how I feel about it, but it’s not the best horror movie from 1981. And I’m just confused.
- Yusef Taufiq2 dni temuDescribing Possession is nearly impossible; it’s a psychological fever dream you have to experience for yourself. It is fascinating, psychotic, and deeply unsettling—to the point where I almost feel uncomfortable admitting how much I liked it. Sam Neill is spectacular as an obsessive, controlling husband, while Isabelle Adjani brings to life one of the most terrifying characters I’ve seen in a long time. Honestly, I’m not sure which of them scared me more. Every piece of imagery is locked in with the film's bleak tone. People often compare it to Marriage Story, and while I see the parallels, I'm indifferent to the comparison—Possession operates on a completely different, much darker level. I wouldn't call this a traditional horror movie; it’s horror in the most psychological sense possible. You won't fully grasp everything it's doing in one sitting, making it a film that demands a rewatch down the line just to unpack its themes. Like I say in many of my reviews, this won't be for everyone, but it’s a dark, unforgettable ride that should be experienced at least once—or twice, if you're up for it.
- adam31994 października 2026Apart from the subway 'losing my mind' scene this film is utter garbage
- rg94008 lipca 2026I struggled mightily with this movie. Everything about it is meant to be unpleasant and grating, which by itself is not necessarily a negative. But the plot is incredibly obtuse, and while I do think you can mine meaning from it, I also think it's just weird for the sake of being weird. I struggle with these surreal vibes movies that tend to be more abstract, and it was no different with this one. The movie doesn't present a clear, intentional message. I found the actual surface level plot to be laughable, with characters making crazy decisions every minute, including an insane ending. Honestly, I would argue it is almost incoherent, a lot of noise and violent imagery with very little substance to it. The movie equivalent of nails scratching alongside chalk. I understand there is an audience for these types of movies, and if this type of surreal horror that is driven mostly by style and vibes appeals to you, then it might be right up your alley. For me, it elicited a strong negative reaction.
- Burnharm8 marca 2026Possession struck me as genuinely powerful cinema, strange, unsettling, and unlike anything else, but in a way that really works. Its intensity and surreal atmosphere make it a challenging watch at times, yet that’s exactly what gives it its impact. Beneath the bizarre moments, there’s a depth and emotional force that stays with you long after it ends. It’s the kind of film that proves bold, unconventional storytelling can still be incredibly effective, and for me, it was good. If you appreciate cinema that pushes boundaries, this one delivers. Also great performances, it had to be really difficult.
- Rusticus Beardicus14 lutego 2026Best way to watch this is to watch it once, read a synopsis online and then rewatch it. Both leads were A+, very weird movie overall but very much worth the watch. It’s a breakup story that has elements of Lovecraft-esque horror, mystery and drama. I can’t say I knew where anything was obviously going at any point.
- 0 13 lutego 2026Crazy film. A horror film that transforms a crumbling marriage into something monstrous and surreal. At its core, the film serves as a metaphor for an unhealthy, codependent relationship: the monster Anna (Isabelle Adjani) nurtures in secret embodies the festering resentment, obsession, and emotional decay that erupt when one partner's inner turmoil consumes both parties, turning love into a parasitic, destructive force. Zuławski, found inspiration from his own divorce. the setting in divided West Berlin, right beside the Berlin wall, foreshadows the inevitable catastrophe: just as the cold war rift symbolizes a once united entity torn apart by ideological conflict, the couple's relationship fractures into irreconcilable halves, mirroring the city's schism; hinting at the violence to come.
- Tom Majski15 grudnia 2025How do you even put down your thoughts after the first viewing of something like this? I can imagine watching this multiple times in the future and expanding on my thoughts - which is aways a sign of something special. This surreal divorce drama is epic ib artistic vision if opaque at points. Adjani and Neill both outdo themselves in terms of performance. Its quite funny watching this after In the Mouth of Madness and The Shining as it has a lot of the best of both. Stellar performances wrapped around a whole pile of visual metaphor. I really don't want to spoil this for anyone so im going to limit further discussion about the story. It us worth mentioning, however, how beautiful the visuals are. Probably the bluest movie you'll ever see and really great for it. I can't say much else, there are things to process, pick at and dwell on before watching again. And again and again.
- D3LTA L4MBDA20 października 2025Have fun and watch the guy from Jurassic Park get crazy with some lady that likes to scream a lot. It was an entertaining watch but definitely contrived and confusing.
- Daniel Gustavsson6 października 2025I wanted to like this but it really isn't a very good movie. The acting is intense, yes, but it can also come off as forced and over the top in a few scenes, which really distracts from the serious tone and subject matter. The movie also seldom makes any particular sense, and ends very oddly. I do like abstract movies generally but much of this movie just seemed pretty random to me.
- Elli15 września 2025It is a messy movie with no real red thread at all. But I do really like the acting from the the two main characters, it had me uneasy and on the edge thoughtout the movie. Don't think I can recommend it however, it felt more like just weird for the sake of weird than being a good movie.
- Rick16 lutego 2025I had a hard time getting into this film. The acting felt so over the top that every character came across as a caricature. I think the goal was to immerse the viewer in the pain and uneasiness of a crumbling marriage, but to me, it just felt obnoxious. None of the characters’ decisions made sense, and the ending was completely absurd.
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Opętanie was released on 27 maja 1981.
Opętanie was directed by Andrzej Żuławski.
Opętanie has a runtime of 2 h 4 min.
Opętanie was produced by Marie-Laure Reyre.
Po dłuższej nieobecności Marc powraca do Berlina Zachodniego, gdzie ze zgrozą dowiaduje się od żony, Anny , że ta ma kochanka. Dodatkowo zaniepokojony jej dziwnym zachowaniem wynajmuje detektywa, który ma wyjaśnić sprawę. Okazuje się, że kochankiem Anny jest potwór, bardziej zwierzę niż człowiek. Anna zabija detektywa, to samo czyni z kolejnym, który poszukuje zaginionego kolegi. Marc sam idzie pod wskazany adres. Na miejscu postanawia ukryć ślady zbrodni.
The key characters in Opętanie are Anna / Helen (Isabelle Adjani), Mark (Sam Neill), Margit Gluckmeister (Margit Carstensen).
Opętanie is rated 18.
Opętanie is a Horror, Dramat film.
Opętanie has an audience rating of 7.6 out of 10.
Opętanie had a budget of 2,4 mln USD.
Opętanie has made 1,2 mln USD at the box office.