# 330 - The Phenomenon of 'Obsession', the Hype & How It Handles Consent (Bonus, Feat. Jess Melendez, SPOILERS)

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Published: 2026-05-29T11:27:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3288

## Resource

In this bonus episode, SWRCS covers the new, cool, "it" factor movie, "Obsession." THIS EPISODE FEATURES SPOILERS FOR THE FILM! First, Ryan discusses the phenomenon around the movie, the cultural factors, how the hype made the film underwhelming upon his viewing and questions the film's perspective on its premise. Then, Jess performs a solo episode analysis of how "Obsession" represents the issue of consent and wrestles with the messaging of the film. The Phenomenon Ryan's Underwhelming Experience The Hype Jess's Reaction to the Characters The Representation of Examples Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X.

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