description Unsane (2018) Overview
Unsane is a 2018 American psychological thriller directed by Steven Soderbergh and shot primarily with iPhone 7 Plus cameras. Claire Foy stars as Sawyer Valentini, a woman who is involuntarily confined in a psychiatric facility after seeking help for trauma connected to a stalker. The film uses its constrained setting and mobile-phone cinematography to explore stalking, gaslighting, institutional power, and uncertainty about its protagonist's perceptions.
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What happens to Claire Foy's character in Unsane?
Claire Foy plays Sawyer Valentini, who seeks help for trauma caused by a stalker and is involuntarily confined in a psychiatric facility. The story becomes more disturbing when she believes the stalker may be present inside the facility.
Who plays the stalker in Unsane?
Joshua Leonard plays David Strine, the man connected to Sawyer's stalking trauma. The cast also includes Juno Temple, Jay Pharoah, Aimee Mullins, and Amy Irving.
Was Unsane really filmed on an iPhone?
Yes, Steven Soderbergh shot the 2018 thriller on iPhone 7 Plus cameras using the FiLMiC Pro app. The footage was captured in 4K, giving the film its unusually intimate and mobile camera style.
When was Unsane released, and how long is it?
The film premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on February 21, 2018, before its US theatrical release on March 23, 2018. Its listed runtime is 98 minutes, and Bleecker Street handled the US theatrical release.
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