The Roommate
dir. Christian E. Christiansen · 2011
The struggle for personal identity and independence can lead to dangerous consequences when relationships become possessive.
"The Roommate" delves into the dark underbelly of friendship, where obsession and betrayal intertwine in a claustrophobic college setting. This psychological thriller keeps viewers on edge, exploring the terrifying consequences of toxic relationships and the unraveling of sanity.
When Sara, a young design student from Iowa, arrives for college in Los Angeles, she is eager to fit in and get to know the big city. Her wealthy roommate, Rebecca, is more than eager to take Sara under her wing and show her the ropes. The two become close, but when Sara begins to branch out and make more friends on campus, Rebecca becomes resentful. Alarmed, Sara moves in with her new boyfriend, causing Rebecca's behavior to take a violent turn.
