Ohio gets pulled into the internet's "Obsession" craze
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Inde Navarrette stars as Nikki and Michael Johnston as Bear in "Obsession." Photos: Courtesy of Focus Features
Ohio's latest horror movie obsession is ... "Obsession."
Why it matters: The film, released last month, has become a viral sensation with the latest social media conversation centered on the possibility that it is set in Ohio.
Catch up quick: "Obsession" follows a young man named Bear who uses a magic wish to make his crush, Nikki, fall for him. Her infatuation turns into a nightmare.
- It's already one of the biggest horror movies of all time, having grossed more than $300 million worldwide.
Social media hasn't stopped talking about "Obsession," whether it's popular memes or clips of moviegoers reacting to the most shocking moments.
The latest: A user on X posted a screenshot from the film showing Nikki using her Instagram with the location tagged as Ohio.
- The post has generated more than 8 million views with users cracking jokes ("Ohio is for lovers") about the Buckeye State.
Reality check: The official setting for "Obsession" isn't revealed in the film, nor has director/writer Curry Barker confirmed a setting.
- The movie was filmed in California but gives off clear suburban, Midwest vibes.
Zoom in: Coincidentally, "Obsession" screened at the 50th Cleveland International Film Festival in April.
The big picture: "Obsession" certainly wouldn't be the first horror movie set in Ohio.
- Legendary horror director Wes Craven hailed from Cleveland and set some of his biggest movies, including "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Scream 2," in Ohio.
💠Troy's thought bubble: I just assume every horror movie is set in Ohio based on the spooky aspects of this state.