Poison Ivy

Poison Ivy is a 1985 American thriller film directed by Andrew Davis. The movie tells the story of Ivy Templeton (Drew Barrymore), a charismatic and manipulative teenager who becomes obsessed with Sylvia Tran (Sara Gilbert), a shy and introverted high school student. Ivy, who has been abandoned by her mother and lives in a trailer park, sets her sights on Sylvia's family, the wealthy and seemingly perfect Turners. Ivy befriends Sylvia and slowly insinuates herself into their lives, using her charm and good looks to manipulate them. She begins to date Tom Turner (Tommy Lee), Sylvia's older brother, and soon becomes embroiled in a complicated web of relationships. As Ivy's influence grows, Sylvia finds herself increasingly isolated and confused by her friend's behavior. Meanwhile, Ivy's true nature is revealed through a series of disturbing and violent acts that threaten the well-being of the Turner family. The film builds towards a shocking climax as Sylvia must confront the evil forces she has unleashed and try to break free from Ivy's grasp. Throughout the movie, Barrymore brings a mesmerizing intensity to her portrayal of Ivy, capturing the character's seductive charm and calculating cruelty with ease. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and helped establish her status as a rising star in Hollywood. Poison Ivy is a taut and suspenseful thriller that explores themes of obsession, manipulation, and the dangers of getting too close to someone who may not be what they seem.