Several viewers on Letterboxd criticized the cinematography and lighting, particularly "gratuitous flashing lights" near the end.

It is generally considered a subpar entry in the obsession subgenre, suitable mainly for dedicated fans of "tech-paranoia" thrillers. 📚 The Admirer by Karelia Stetz-Waters (Book)

It is described as "suitably creepy" and "disturbing," successfully balancing a central mystery with a well-developed romance.

This thriller follows Nancy, whose life is "hacked" by a mysterious stalker from her past who manipulates her high-tech "smart house" to isolate and terrorize her.

A psychological thriller and lesbian romance focusing on Helen, who is searching for a missing woman while being targeted by a dangerous stalker.

Reviewers warn that the book contains graphic violence and themes of sexual assault, making it a heavy read. 🧵 Pfaff Admire Series (Sewing/Serger Machines)

Critics describe the film as a predictable "stalker" thriller that follows a "Lifetime Movie of the Week" formula. Reviewers from IMDb and MovieWeb noted that while the "smart home" premise is timely, the execution feels muddled and slow until a final twist occurs.