Review of Fear (1996) by Rcavey92212 — 20 Jul 2020

I saw this movie when I was 16 at a friday night showing with my friends. I'm not sure if it's nostalgia or if its actually awesome but the movie is so fun and holds up very well. It centers on a young woman named Nicole (Witherspoon) who discovers first love with the rebellious David (Wahlberg). At first he's charming, romantic and caring but than his mean streak comes out and he becomes obsessive. Obsessive to the point that he would do anything to be with her. It's an intense thriller and a touch lifetimey but the movie does touch on adolescence, growing up and first love. It all leads up to an edge of your seat finale. Wahlberg is sexy, psychotic and solid in the flick and really does show alot of promise, Witherspoon is pretty good but has some questionable moments. Alyssa Milano also makes quite an impression as her best friend Margot. Look the movie may be a bit predictable but there's a reason why they keep making movies like this. Because when they are done right they can be electrifying entertainment and this is done right.

Budget: $6.5M.

Box Office: $20.