The story of Sandra (Ann Dowd), an overworked manager at a fast food restaurant, who receives a call from a police officer accusing one of her employees, a teenage girl named Becky (Dreama Walker), of stealing from a customer. Taking the officer at his word, Sandra detains Becky, setting into motion a nightmarish scenario that quickly spirals out of control. Based on real-life prank calls reported at fast-food restaurants nationwide, COMPLIANCE is a thought-provoking and unsettling film that challenges viewers to consider the consequences of blindly following authority figures. The film led to some outraged at its Sundance premiere. The film's expert performances, careful research, and attention to detail create a foundation of authenticity that adds to the movie's impact. Which makes COMPLIANCE not an easy film to watch, but it is a necessary one. The film's portrayal of the slow, torturous degradation of a young woman is difficult to bear, but it serves as a powerful reminder of the dangers of unchecked authority and the importance of critical thinking.
A riveting psychological horror film that delves into the depths of human obedience and naivety.
The story of Sandra (Ann Dowd), an overworked manager at a fast food restaurant, who receives a call from a police officer accusing one of her employees, a teenage girl named Becky (Dreama Walker), of stealing from a customer. Taking the officer at his word, Sandra detains Becky, setting into motion a nightmarish scenario that quickly spirals out of control.
Based on real-life prank calls reported at fast-food restaurants nationwide, COMPLIANCE is a thought-provoking and unsettling film that challenges viewers to consider the consequences of blindly following authority figures. The film led to some outraged at its Sundance premiere.
The film's expert performances, careful research, and attention to detail create a foundation of authenticity that adds to the movie's impact. Which makes COMPLIANCE not an easy film to watch, but it is a necessary one. The film's portrayal of the slow, torturous degradation of a young woman is difficult to bear, but it serves as a powerful reminder of the dangers of unchecked authority and the importance of critical thinking.