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When I watched this the first time, one minute into the film I wasn't impressed. The special effects looks so cheap and fake looking (in the car with the background at times, etc). But as soon as she arrived at the Institute (about 3 minutes in) all such "cheesiness" disappeared!

I found the plot easy to follow, yet hard to predict. Compared to other movies it had a very original storyline, yet still changed up a few things from the original movie.

All in all I loved the movie so much after I finished it the first time I watched it a second. I don't understand how anyone could not like this movie.

I highly recommend giving this movie a watch.

"Committed" offers a compelling narrative that delves into the psychological thriller genre with finesse. Andrea Roth's portrayal of psychologist Celeste DuPont brings depth to the character, and her journey into the remote psychiatric facility adds an intriguing layer to the storyline. The revelation that her superior, Dr. Quilley (Peter MacNeill), has unknowingly committed her to the facility sets the stage for a gripping exploration of trust, deception, and the fragile boundary between sanity and madness.

The film excels in building tension and keeping the audience engaged, with a well-executed plot that unfolds with twists and turns. The remote setting enhances the sense of isolation and intensifies the suspense, contributing to the overall atmospheric quality of the film. While the premise is captivating, the movie's strength lies in its ability to navigate the complexities of mental health and institutional power dynamics. With strong performances and a thought-provoking I'd say 6 stars.

Following the tragic shooting death of her fiancé, attractive blonde Andrea Roth (as Celeste Dupont) takes a psychiatric position at the remote "Millburn Institute". The newly arrived doctor is told no Internet service exists and the place is too distant for cell phones. Uh-oh. This should have driven Ms. Roth out to her car for a quick retreat, but we're already too late in the story for that as Roth is shown to her room in the area reserved for the insane. Informed she is there as a patient, not a doctor, Roth makes some futile attempt to escape. When they fail, she tries to play along with the doctors and figure out how she ended up being "Committed". Roth's case is given to bedside mannerly Richard Burgi (as Desmond Moore) and the mystery deepens...

There are a couple of startling moments and some suspense in "Committed". Director Norma Bailey, editor Ron Wisman and photographer Michael Storey contribute some good work. Roth is okay as the confused heroine, but her heightened eyebrows are sometimes distracting. Featured players making the most of their screen time are handsome young rape fantasy Sebastian Pigott (as Bobby Gow) and beautifully grayed poet Linda Thorson (as Isadora), who first impressed in as sexy TV "Avenger" Tara King. Lower key, but just as much fun are headmaster Peter MacNeill (as Quille), absent-minded Liisa Repo-Martell (as Donneymeade) and other assorted cuckoos. This TV movie is genuinely intriguing, but falters significantly in the final 15 minutes.

Committed (4/17/11) Norma Bailey ~ Andrea Roth, Richard Burgi, Sebastian Pigott, Linda Thorson

Thank Goodness I had already seen the movie before I searched for the movie on IMDb because the only other review is absolutely horrendous, in the sense that it's not just spoils the plot of the move it completely ruins it. Basically the other reviewer reveals every single thing that's worth finding out for yourself.

I must be going through a phase because this is another TV movie that's left me a bit impressed. It's not eerie nor chilling but there is a definite mystery that intrigues you in the first 15 mins. By the time you unravel the mystery you may as well just finish watching it, and that's not a bad thing.

The plot's semi decent, offering some neat twists and turns that keeps you wondering whether Celeste is really a psychiatrist or if she's delusional. And then there also some other weird instances that keeps the plot ticking over.

Andrea Roth puts in a good performance in the lead role and she's convincing enough as a psychiatrist. Many of the women cast in a lead TV role have mostly been chosen for one thing: their looks, and often enough they don't fit the bill of the character. But Andrea pull its off. While some of her actions in trying to escape are a little over the top and ludicrous you do feel for her while she's trying to hang onto her sanity.

If you have the time and want to watch something with a cup of tea or hot chocolate on a cold night I'd recommend this movie. It certainly beats out some of the Hollywood titles out there at the moment.