Cohabitation

I very much enjoyed this film! It really takes a look at someone grieving a loss and trying to get past it. Though, she just can't seem to make ends meet. I love the twist in the story of the main character looking for roommates to help her afford the rent and it leads her down a rabbit hole of dark events. Well done!

Cohabitation is a psychological thriller and a different take on the psycho roommate. This indie is well written, well edited and well acted. Full of suspense and unpredictable moments this film is definitely worth a watch.

Emily, played by Tiffany Streng, is a paramedic dealing with PTSD and working hard to get her life together. She changes jobs, takes a pay cut and then needs to find a roommate. After interviewing several people she decides to invite Sarah to move in who seems to be normal but we soon find out is far from it.

Streng's authentic performance helps the viewer get lost in the story and kept me on the edge of my seat. The filmmakers did a wonderful job in telling this story; the dialogue, shots, acting and editing flowed so well, so much so that you forget it is a low budget indie.

Cohabitation is a solid little thriller that is worth watching until the very end. The filmmakers show the underlying issues of mental health while incorporating twists into the story that the viewers don't see coming. The acting is great, the story is good, the camera work is solid and the production value is high. The flashback scenes to a triggering car crash were well done. What I enjoyed most about watching this movie is how engaging it is for the viewer. The filmmakers did an excellent job of making the film feel true to life. Much more naturalistic and believable than many commercial thrillers.

There are moments toward the end when clues pile up that bring you to the edge of your seat. The lead, Tiffany Streng, more than just a good actress., opened her soul and let us see her, as did Carly D. Anderson, playing Heather. They made an impact that lasts long after viewing the film.

PTSD through the eyes of a struggling paramedic, exacerbated by a creepy roommate in a small, claustrophobic apartment, makes for a compelling watch. Perfectly paced, this thriller is a slow burn that delivers. A few unexpected twists and turns lead the viewer down a path that keeps you riveted. The performances were good and I particularly liked the lead, who played a low key, damaged paramedic who was able to summon up hesitant smiles for her brother and his fiance when called for. Cohabitation is more than just a story about a twisted roommate; it's a well-made character driven drama about overcoming mental health obstacles in a world where it's hard to trust.