Pet (2016) (2025)

: A lonely, seemingly mild-mannered man whose obsessive tendencies lead him to extreme violence.

: Holly's ex-boyfriend, whose infidelity serves as a catalyst for some of her past actions. Themes and Reception

The story follows Seth (), a socially isolated animal shelter worker who becomes obsessed with Holly ( Ksenia Solo ), a former high school classmate. After she repeatedly rejects his advances, Seth kidnaps her and imprisons her in a steel cage in the basement of the animal shelter where he works.

: Holly's friend, who appears as a figment of Holly’s imagination during her captivity.

: Initially presented as a victim, she is revealed to be a highly manipulative and dangerous psychopath.

(2016) is a psychological horror thriller that subverts the traditional "damsel in distress" trope through a dark, cat-and-mouse power struggle. Directed by Carles Torrens and written by Jeremy Slater, the film is known for its stark departure from standard abduction movie conventions. Plot Overview

The film explores complex themes of , control , and the justification of violence under the guise of "love". Critics noted that the movie "zigs where you expect it to zag," successfully upending audience expectations through its early second-act twist. Pet (2016)