20 times cinema defined obsession and we couldn't look away

Modified Jan 20, 2025 03:10 ET

19) Daniel Day-Lewis in Phantom Thread (2017)

Phantom Thread (Image via Annapurna Pictures)

Reynolds Woodcock lives for precision in his craft and control in his life. He builds his world around routines and perfection, leaving no room for unpredictability. When Alma enters his life, her presence challenges his authority and shakes his carefully maintained order. Their relationship becomes a battle of wills as Alma resists his dominance. This tension defines their bond and drives the story forward. The film highlights how an obsession with control can strain relationships and leave even the strongest personalities vulnerable.