Cognitive

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Cognitive

Sep 2025

1h 19m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

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Alisha encounters a strange and mysterious couple forcing her to think she may not be who she thinks she is. A supernatural Hitchcockian thriller that keeps you guessing until the final frame.

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Surya Komal

Just for Movie Freaks

Cognitive stands as a bold yet uneven psychological thriller—an ambitious attempt at something fresh within horror’s crowded landscape.

Rated: 2.75/5

Oct 18, 2025

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Sabina Dana Plasse

Film Threat

Richards creatively builds up the emotional weight of the main friendship as well as what happens to Alisha. He adds layers of thrill and suspense at almost every turn.

Rated: 7.5/10

Sep 29, 2025

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Michele P

Thought provoking, eerie and entertaining, this movie evokes Hitchcock and the twilight zone in the best way. Rachel Fleischer is excellent as an unwitting participant in her own life story. The movie is well crafted, succinct and leaves you wanting more.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/07/25

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Paddy G

This is exactly the kind of movie you wish would be made more — a classic thriller feel, a creative story, unique vision, and, maybe most of all, the kind of dynamic cast that sweeps you up completely. Can’t recommend enough. A must see!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/07/25

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Blake C.

‘Cognitive’ is one of those films you can watch over and over and still find new details with each viewing. Told in reverse, this creepy story has you questioning your own concept of causality and destiny, of good and evil, of protagonist versus villain, and of storytelling itself — right up to the end credits. It gets under your skin and stays there.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/06/25

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jay

Awesome! I watched this at PFCAT festival on Imax screen. A must see!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/03/25

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Linda B.

Loved this thriller! Kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time, a creative and unique story, and love how the audience can decide what they think is true. The acting was phenomenal and the camera work made it feel very intimate and real.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/03/25

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Marlene L

This film absolutely blew me away! it is an absolute must-see psychological thriller. From the brilliant story structure, editing, sound design and score, this film builds a compelling world and I was completely gripped from the very first scene. I was lucky enough to see this during its theatrical run and was literally on the edge of my seat. I was so impressed and moved by the performances in this film, particularly the lead actress, Rachel Fleischer. Each character felt so dynamic and lived in. As an audience member, this film was absolutely thrilling to watch. I can’t wait to see it again when it comes out on streaming!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/01/25

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Synopsis

Alisha encounters a strange and mysterious couple forcing her to think she may not be who she thinks she is. A supernatural Hitchcockian thriller that keeps you guessing until the final frame.

Director: Evan Richards
Producer: Christopher Blackwell, Diana Darrin, Rachel Fleischer, Evan Richards
Screenwriter: Evan Richards
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: NW3 Films
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 26, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 3, 2025
Runtime: 1h 19m

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