One Hour Photo

One Hour Photo

The things that we fear the most have already happened to us...

R 2002 · 96 min · ★ 6.7 (2K) · Drama, Thriller

Sy Parrish has lovingly developed photographs for the Yorkin family since their son was a baby. But as the Yorkins' lives become fuller, Sy's only seems lonelier, until he eventually convinces himself he's part of their family. When Sy's picture-perfect fantasy collides with an ugly dose of reality, a bizarre and thrilling confrontation ensues.

Directed by Mark Romanek · Written by Mark Romanek

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