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After a billionaire's demise, Iris and friends confront unexpected events at his lakeside estate over the weekend.
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A billionaire's death sets off a chain of events for Iris and her friends during a weekend trip to his lakeside estate.
"Companion is a horror and sci-fi thriller that's best not to spoil too much. The story begins with Iris (Heretic's Sophie Thatcher), a young woman deeply in love with her boyfriend (Jack Quaid), who decides to spend a weekend with him and his group of friends at a remote yet luxurious house in the woods. A tragic incident, however, reveals that someone in the group owns a "companion robot," an android that looks human but is designed to fulfill emotional and sexual needs under the complete control of its owner. Thus, the stay turns into a hunt for some and a fight for survival for others. The film works well as a thriller, though it has the minor issue of revealing its outcome from the very beginning. Additionally, its premise is somewhat over-exploited by countless other films. It’s entertaining, but regarding the themes it tries to reflect on, one might question if there are better ways to address them."