Hide and Seek

Name: Hide and Seek
Released: 2005-01-27T00:00:00-05:00

R 2005 Horror, Mystery · 1h 41m

David Callaway tries to piece together his life in the wake of his wife's suicide and has been left to raise his nine-year-old daughter, Emily on his own. David is at first amused to discover that Emily has created an imaginary friend named 'Charlie', but it isn't long before 'Charlie' develops a sinister and violent side, and as David struggles with his daughter's growing emotional problems, he comes to the frightening realisation that 'Charlie' isn't just a figment of Emily's imagination.

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About Hide and Seek

In the wake of his wife's tragic suicide, David Callaway, played by Robert De Niro, relocates with his young daughter, Emily, portrayed by Dakota Fanning, to upstate New York. Seeking a fresh start, David is initially charmed when Emily creates an imaginary friend named Charlie. However, Charlie's presence soon takes a dark turn as increasingly sinister events unfold. As David grapples with Emily's growing emotional turmoil, he slowly comes to the horrifying realization that Charlie is not merely a figment of his daughter's imagination, but something far more malevolent, threatening to consume them both.

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Directed by John Polson, Hide and Seek features a stellar cast. Robert De Niro stars as David Callaway, a psychologist struggling to cope with his wife's death and his daughter's ensuing problems. Dakota Fanning delivers a compelling performance as Emily Callaway, David's troubled daughter. Famke Janssen plays Katherine, a psychologist who offers David support. Elisabeth Shue appears as Elizabeth Young, a local woman who becomes involved with David. Amy Irving portrays Allison Callaway, David's deceased wife. Dylan Baker plays Sheriff Hafferty, the local law enforcement officer.

What people like about Hide and Seek

Critics and audiences alike have praised Hide and Seek for its suspenseful atmosphere, Dakota Fanning's exceptional performance, and Robert De Niro's portrayal of a father grappling with unimaginable circumstances. Many reviewers highlighted the film's ability to create a sense of unease and paranoia, keeping viewers guessing until the very end. The plot twists were also commended for their effectiveness in subverting expectations and delivering genuine shocks.

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Movie Score

63%

Released

January 27, 2005

Director

John Polson

Cast

Robert De Niro, Dakota Fanning, Famke Janssen, Elisabeth Shue, Amy Irving, Dylan Baker

Genre

Horror, Mystery

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