Following (1998)

Following (1998) — Overview Following is a lean, black-and-white neo-noir about curiosity, obsession and the thin line between observer and participant. The film follows Bill, an unemployed, aspiring writer in London who secretly tails strangers to gather material. When he’s noticed by Cobb, a confident, charismatic burglar, Bill is pulled into a small-time life of break-ins and deception. As Bill becomes entangled with Cobb and a mysterious woman whose flat they burgle, his amateur voyeurism spirals into something far more dangerous — and the story’s quiet duplicity gradually reveals darker motives and surprises. What you’ll experience watching it - A tense, intimate psychological thriller driven by mood and character rather than action. - Stark black-and-white cinematography and tight, low-budget production that emphasize atmosphere and paranoia. - A nonlinear, puzzle-like narrative and an unreliable perspective that reward close attention; the film deliberately blurs truth and manipulation. - Themes of voyeurism, authorship, identity and moral ambiguity — how watching changes both watcher and watched. - A short, focused runtime and a small cast, producing a claustrophobic, almost stage-play intensity that builds to an unsettling payoff. Directed as Christopher Nolan’s debut, Following is a clever, economical suspense piece that showcases sharp plotting and psychological gamesmanship. It’s ideal for viewers who like cerebral thrillers, moral ambiguity and twist-driven storytelling rather than big set pieces.

Actors: Jeremy Theobald, Alex Haw, Lucy Russell

Director: Christopher Nolan

Runtime: 69 min

Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

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