Film Overview"Addicted" is a 2014 American sensual drama thriller film directed by Bille Woodruff and based on the very popular novel of the exact same name by Zane. Produced by Lionsgate and Codeblack Films, it stars Sharon Leal, Boris Kodjoe, Tyson Beckford, Kat Graham, and William Levy. The film was released on October 10, 2014.
Plot SummaryThe film starts with an effective businesswoman and art dealership, Zoe Reynard (Sharon Leal), who seemingly has a best life with a loving spouse, Jason (Boris Kodjoe), and two kids. Despite leading a life that everybody desires, Zoe conceals a dark secret that threatens her household's peace - she is sexually unsatisfied and has actually been handling her uncontrollable lust.
Zoe is further led into the world of sex dependency after fulfilling a charming, successful artist, Quinton Canosa (William Levy). The intensity of their passionate relationship welcomes a selection of unfavorable repercussions, as Zoe has a hard time to hide her double life from her friends and family. She wrestles with her conscience, battling against the obsession she feels towards Quinton while attempting to maintain loyalty towards her spouse and family.
Additional Details & ConclusionAlthough her therapist, Dr. Marcella Spencer (Tasha Smith), attempts to help Zoe withstand her prompts, Zoe's fidelity ultimately breaks down, and she engages in sexual adventures with Quinton. On the other hand, her spouse, Jason, not able to comprehend Zoe's state of mind swings and deceiving behavior, believes an affair.
Eventually, the reality comes to light, causing a terrible occasion. In a final conflict with Quinton, Jason is shot and seriously wounded. The occurrence forces Zoe to admit her infidelity and addiction to Jason. Left with no option, she finally confesses herself into a rehabilitation center for sex addicts to save her marital relationship and her decreasing self-control.
In the after-effects, Jason is delegated recover from his injuries and face the truth of his partner's cheating. On the other hand, Zoe struggles to face her dependency and gain back control of her life, with the hopes of reuniting with her other half and kids.
Vital Response & Box Office"Addicted" got combined evaluations, with some commentators applauding its handling of the controversial subject of sex addiction and its strong efficiencies, especially from Leal. Nevertheless, the plot was typically cited as convoluted and melodramatic. In spite of these combined evaluations, the movie fared well commercially, earning over $17 million around the world against its production budget plan.
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