Next to Me

Synopsis

Next to Me (Поред мене) is a 2015 Serbian drama film directed by Stevan Filipović, starring Hristina Popović as the lead. The story revolves around a high school teacher, Olja, who becomes convinced that one of her students, Andrej, is involved in a sinister crime. As Olja's paranoia grows, the film delves into themes of trust, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. With its intense character dynamics and gripping plot twists, Next to Me challenges the audience to question their perceptions of reality and morality. The film's strong performances and thought-provoking narrative make it a compelling watch for fans of psychological thrillers.

Cast

• Hristina Popović

  Profesorka istorije Olja

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  Mirjana Karanović

  Direktorka škole

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  Dragan Mićanović

  Uglješa

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  Slaven Došlo

  Lazar

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  Nikola Glišić

  Strahinja

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  Gorica Regodić

  Isidora

Reviews

Next to Me received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its suspenseful storytelling and standout performances. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 7/10, applauding Hristina Popović's portrayal of Olja as a character tormented by suspicion and doubt. IMDb rated the movie 6.9/10, with viewers commending the film's atmospheric tension and unexpected plot developments. Metacritic noted the film's nuanced exploration of moral ambiguity, giving it a score of 65/100. While some critics found the pacing slow at times, most agreed that Next to Me offers a fresh take on the psychological thriller genre and keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

See also

The Shawshank Redemption

Joker

Titanic

Inside Out