If I Can't Have You
2023
Mystery
If I Can't Have You
2023
Mystery
Plot summary
An attractive radio host is targeted by an unknown stalker who launches a campaign of terror and intrigue against the host and her meddling friends.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
Director
Top cast
Tech specs
720p.WEB 1080p.WEBMovie Reviews
Play Misty For Me, Please
This film drew upon the same conceit as the Clint Eastwood film "Play Misty For Me" about a deranged fan obsessed with a late-night disk jockey. In this case, Michelle Hall is the popular radio host, who gives soothing advice and plays romantic songs to her audience of bleeding hearts.
There was a confusing and gratuitous prologue that was intended to set the stage for the psychopathic and obsessed fan of Michelle. But the implied murder witnessed at the start was never developed within the main body of the film. The film would have been tighter by cutting the prologue.
Another shortcoming of the film was the lack of suspense in identifying the crazed fan. The useless police detectives only gave Michelle the advice to keep her eyes open and watch her back. But for the astute viewer, the major question is who had access to Michelle's home that was necessary to harass her.
The excellent cast included fan-favorite Eric Roberts, a national treasure, who plays the studio boss at Michelle's recording facility. Other well-developed characters were Michelle's two co-workers, Lily and Keith; the strange neighbor, Mr. Sklar; and Robert, the head of Michelle's rival radio station.
The film was crisply directed with good locations and interior settings. But there is no comparison with "Play Misty For Me," a classic in the film genre of the romantic thriller.