Let's dive into a topic that has been on my mind since the release of the horror film 'Obsession' on Peacock. The movie, directed and written by Curry Barker, has sparked an interesting debate, and I'm here to shed some light on a particular scene that has left many viewers scratching their heads.
The Curious Case of Sandy's Demise
In the opening scenes of 'Obsession', we witness the untimely death of Bear's beloved cat, Sandy. The cause? An overdose of OxyContin, a prescription painkiller. This tragic event sets the tone for the film, but it's a moment that has sparked intense discussion among fans and critics alike.
Unraveling the Mystery
The scene in question shows Bear returning home to find Sandy's lifeless body on the kitchen floor. Alongside the cat, we see an open bottle of OxyContin pills, mixed with cat food. The first question that arises is: how did the cat manage to open those cans of wet food? Cats, as we all know, don't have opposable thumbs! It's a detail that seems to have been overlooked by the filmmakers.
Then there's the matter of the pills. The bottle is labeled "Do Not Eat!!!", which is an odd choice of words for a prescription medication. It's a detail that adds to the confusion and raises more questions than it answers. Was the cat's death an accident, or was there something more sinister at play?
A Generous Interpretation
One theory suggests that Bear's grandmother, who recently passed away, had been prescribed the OxyContin. The pills were left out, perhaps with a loose child-proof lid, and Bear, possibly a drug addict himself, had been helping himself to the pills. The "Do Not Eat!!!" label could have been a reminder to himself. It's a generous interpretation, but it still doesn't fully explain how the cat managed to consume the pills.
The Pill Dilemma
As someone who has tried to administer pills to cats, I can attest to the difficulty of the task. Cats are notoriously picky and will often spit out pills or avoid them altogether. OxyContin, with its bitter taste, is especially unappealing to cats. Even if the cat was starving, which it clearly wasn't given the abundance of food, it's hard to believe it would willingly consume those pills.
Fan Theories and the Supernatural
Some fans have proposed wild theories, suggesting that Bear intentionally killed the cat or that Nikki, Bear's childhood bestie, was possessed by the cat's spirit. While these theories are entertaining, they seem to be a stretch. The cat's death, in my opinion, was a rushed decision by the filmmakers, a convenient way to establish Bear's character and the horror tone of the movie.
A Lack of Logical Cohesion
The problem with the cat's death scene is that it doesn't align with the rest of the film's logic. 'Obsession' introduces a magic stick that grants wishes, a concept that, within the film's universe, makes sense. But the cat's death feels like an afterthought, a detail that was not given the same level of consideration.
Final Thoughts
While 'Obsession' is an enjoyable horror film, the cat's death scene is a glaring misstep. It's a detail that, for me, takes away from the overall enjoyment of the movie. I can't help but feel that the filmmakers could have found a more creative and logical way to establish the tone and character development. Justice for Sandy, indeed!
