They is a 2017 horror movie directed by Anahita Ghazvinizadeh, that tells the story of J, a young person who goes by the pronoun 'they', and their struggle to understand the reality of their existence. The movie begins with J (Rhys Fehrenbacher) waking up from a nightmare in which they feel trapped and tormented by their own body. On their way to school, they meet a group of friends who seem to have a liking towards J but are unaware of their inner turmoil. J feels like an outsider, and their only comfort is a stuffed animal that they carry with them everywhere they go.
As the story unfolds, J begins to experience some strange occurrences. They start having blackouts that leave them disoriented and confused, and they can't remember what happened in the missing hours. These blackouts soon turn into hallucinations, and J begins to see eerie, ghostly figures around them. Frightened and unsure about what is happening, they confide in their therapist, Dr. Colby (Nicole Coffineau).
Dr. Colby suggests that J's problems are rooted in their gender identity, and she encourages them to explore their feelings and identity. However, J finds it hard to come to terms with their identity and struggles to find a place in a society that refuses to accept those who don't fit into typical gender norms.
As J delves deeper into their own identity, they become more paranoid and believe that they are being followed by something or someone. They start to see sinister beings lurking in the shadows, and the line between reality and imagination starts to blur.
J's closest friend, Araz (Kooyar Hosseini Golkou) tries to reassure them that everything will be alright, but J becomes more and more withdrawn and isolated. They even start to have disturbing dreams that feel like a premonition of things to come.
The movie reaches its climax when J finally confronts the beings that have been haunting them. In a surreal and breathtaking sequence, J battles with their demons and finally comes to a realization about their identity.
They is a thought-provoking and intense movie that deals with themes of gender identity and mental health. The movie is well-acted, and Rhys Fehrenbacher delivers a powerful performance as J. The cinematography is impressive, and the director creates a sense of unease and surrealism that keeps the audience engaged until the end. The movie addresses important issues around gender identity and the challenges that individuals face when confronting societal norms. It's a must-watch for anyone who is interested in thought-provoking horror movies that explore complex themes.
They is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 21 minutes.
It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.8.
