A latest science fiction horror film, Affection, centers around a woman experiencing significant memory loss, impacting her recognition of her family. The film is scheduled for release next month.
The storyline follows Ellie, played by Jessica Rothe, as she struggles to recall aspects of her life following a traumatic event, including the existence of her husband and daughter. Fragments of memories begin to surface, hinting at unsettling developments. This exploration of memory and identity taps into growing interest in how technology might one day interact with and potentially restore or alter human recollection.
Affection is directed by BT Meza and also stars Joseph Cross and Julianna Layne. According to IMDb, the film portrays Ellie confronting a disturbing condition that resets her memory, leaving her disoriented and haunted by recollections of an unfamiliar life.
The film will have its American theatrical premiere on May 8. Currently, there is no confirmed release date for screenings in Sweden.
Reviewers have noted the film’s ambitious storytelling, editing, and direction, highlighting the importance of a strong lead performance to anchor the complex narrative. The film is described as a “macabre meditation on memory” that aims to be unsettling and thought-provoking.
