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As a gamer with a keen interest in true crime narratives and a soft spot for thought-provoking films, I must say that “Compliance” left me both appalled and captivated. Having delved into numerous documentaries and podcasts about similar subjects, I was already familiar with the harrowing tale of Louise Ogborn’s ordeal. Yet, watching the film adaptation was a gut-wrenching experience that brought the gravity of the situation even closer to home.

Two years back, Netflix debuted a harrowing and incredibly infuriating documentary series titled “Don’t Pick up the Phone“, which left audiences shuddering. This series delved into the real-life account of a string of fraudulent phone calls that occurred over a ten-year span, starting in 1994.

In question, a person posing as a police officer would often deceive fast-food restaurant managers, pretending to be law enforcement. He’d persuade them to conduct humiliating searches on their employees, including strip searches. A notable example of this occurred in 2004 at a McDonald’s in Mount Washington. The unfortunate victim was Louise Ogborn, an 18-year-old employee, who was sexually assaulted as a result of the false caller and those who blindly trusted his claims without verifying his identity.

The subject matter of this case has been explored in various documentaries and some podcast episodes. In the year 2012, Craig Zobel transformed the narrative into a full-length movie called “Compliance,” which recently became available on Netflix.

The film, titled “Compliance,” boasts an impressive ensemble, featuring Ann Dowd, Dreama Walker, Bill Camp, and Pat Healy. During the 20XX Sundance Film Festival, it garnered acclaim, with Ann Dowd being honored with a National Board of Review Award for her exceptional acting performance.

Viewers were in disbelief that the events of Compliance could ever happen in real life

As a gamer, I’ve encountered this: Despite all the praise from critics, the general public seemed remarkably skeptical. Most people just couldn’t fathom that someone would be fooled by such an intricate scam, allowing it to advance as far as it did.

The intriguing aspect of the film “Compliance” lies in its authenticity. Unlike most movies labeled “based on a true story,” it barely alters events for dramatic effect. Instead, it seems that almost every scene mirrors what is said to have occurred in the 2004 incident. The characters in the movie appear to be inspired by the actual individuals involved in this real-life event.

When the contentious movie debuted at Sundance, it encountered strong criticism from the viewers. Many cinema-goers expressed displeasure over Becky’s prolonged suffering in the film.

As reported by an older piece from The Hollywood Reporter, matters grew even more unsettling when actress Dreama Walker, who portrayed Becky in the film and was required to be nude for a substantial part of it, stepped onto the stage. At this point, someone from the audience shouted, “Your physique is quite attractive.

Actress Ashlie Atkinson, who played Marti in the show, spoke up in support, saying, “Upon first watching the film, I felt that a charming girl like Dreama seems deprived of any control or attractiveness. If someone finds beauty and is attracted to it when all her power and autonomy are stripped away, then I’m at a loss for words.

Although explicit depictions of sexual assault are absent from the movie “Compliance,” it remains a deeply unsettling and challenging viewing experience. This speaks volumes about the film’s haunting theme and the powerful acting delivered by its cast.

As a gamer, I find that knowing a movie is based on true events doesn’t automatically make it an enjoyable watch. In fact, it might be tougher because the events are rooted in reality. It’s like playing a game where you know the outcome – it’s still challenging and not always fun. But understanding this helps us comprehend why things unfold as they do in the movie, because the harsh truth is that’s exactly what transpired in real life. Just like Milgram’s shock experiment, it serves as a chilling exploration of human nature, particularly our inclination to obey authority.

Compliance and the docuseries Don’t Pick Up the Phone are now on Netflix.

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2024-12-06 04:25

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