Scissors (2024) is an anticipated psychological thriller directed by the up-and-coming filmmaker Alex Ramirez. The film follows the story of Jamie, a young woman haunted by a traumatic event from her past. Struggling with severe anxiety and OCD, Jamie becomes increasingly unhinged as she tries to maintain a facade of normalcy in her life. When Jamie starts a new job at a high-end hair salon, she becomes fixated on one of the stylists, the charismatic and confident Giselle.

As Jamie’s obsession with Giselle grows, reality and delusion begin to blur, leading to a chilling and unpredictable conclusion. The film explores themes of mental illness, the dangers of societal pressure to conform, and the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives.

With a talented cast led by rising stars Emilia Zheng and Penelope Ortiz, Scissors (2024) promises to be an unsettling and gripping addition to the psychological thriller genre. Fans of directors like Darren Aronofsky and Lynne Ramsay are sure to be captivated by Ramirez’s stylish and intense visual approach. While the film’s release is still several months away, early festival buzz suggests Scissors (2024) could be one of the must-see independent films of the year. Audiences should brace themselves for a visceral and disturbing cinematic experience.