Hypnotic

Hypnotic is a 2023 American mystery action thriller film directed by Robert Rodriguez, who co-wrote the screenplay with Max Borenstein.

Hypnotic is a 2023 American mystery action thriller film directed by Robert Rodriguez, who co-wrote the screenplay with Max Borenstein. Starring Ben Affleck, Alice Braga, and William Fichtner, it follows a detective investigating reality-bending crimes and the disappearance of his daughter. The film was released in the United States in May 2023 and received mixed reviews.

Premise

The film follows an Austin detective who becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving reality-bending crimes, a missing daughter, and a psychic ally. The story blends crime-thriller elements with mind-control and supernatural-seeming abilities.

Production

Hypnotic was directed by Robert Rodriguez from a screenplay he co-wrote with Max Borenstein. Rodriguez also produced, co-shot, and edited the film, while his sons Rebel Rodriguez and Racer Max contributed to the soundtrack and production roles.

Release and reception

The film premiered in U.S. theaters on May 12, 2023. It received mixed reviews from critics and had a reported worldwide gross of about $16 million.

Cast

The principal cast includes Ben Affleck as Danny Rourke and Alice Braga as Diana Cruz, with William Fichtner portraying the figure linked to the mind-control conspiracy. Other cast members include J. D. Pardo, Hala Finley, Dayo Okeniyi, Jeff Fahey, and Jackie Earle Haley.