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Deadly Illusions

Deadly Illusions

5,0 /10 (350 Votes)
2021 EN 114 min

Overview

A bestselling female novelist, suffering from writer's block, hires an innocent young woman to watch over her twin children. As the novelist dangerously indulges in her new best seller, the line between the life she's writing and the one she's living becomes blurred.

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Release date

18/03/2021

Votes

350

Popularity

2.0

To write the perfect novel, she needed a touch of Grace.

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Status

Released

Language

EN

Runtime

114 min

Website

www.netflix.com

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Alunauwie

2025-09-29

⭐ 4

Deadly Illusions presents an intriguing concept reminiscent of Shirley but falls short due to poor execution, numerous plot holes, and confusing lines between reality and imagination that dilute the main story. While the cinematography, camera work, and soundtrack are commendable, weak acting—especially Mary’s overly cheerful portrayal—and inconsistent storytelling undermine the film’s impact. Despite its potential, the movie struggles with shallow dialogue and a lack of clear narrative focus, leaving viewers unsatisfied and craving a stronger, more coherent thriller. Read the full review h…

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