Eileen (2023) is a psychological thriller based on Ottessa Moshfegh’s novel. The film follows Eileen Dunlop, a young woman working as a clerk at a correctional facility in a small New England town in the 1960s. Eileen lives a bleak life, caring for her alcoholic father while suppressing her own desires and frustrations. Her routine existence is disrupted when a new, charismatic prison counselor, Rebecca Saint John, arrives at the facility. Eileen becomes intrigued by Rebecca’s mysterious persona and begins to develop a complex relationship with her.

As the story unfolds, the film delves into themes of obsession, isolation, and the dark corners of the human psyche. Eileen’s admiration for Rebecca soon turns into something far more intense and sinister, leading to a shocking and violent turn of events. Eileen is a slow-burn thriller, exploring the complexity of relationships and the emotional turmoil that can lead to unforeseen consequences. The film blends suspense with deep psychological insights, making it a gripping watch.