Regression

The movie "Regression" primarily evokes a strong sense of Confusion due to the protagonist's memory loss and the ambiguous nature of the accusations and "recovered" memories. This is closely followed by pervasive Anxiety stemming from the false accusations, the psychological regression process, and the underlying threat of a satanic cult. The film's subject matter, involving child abuse allegations and cult activity, makes it profoundly Disturbing. Audience Curiosity is high as they seek to unravel the truth behind the events, while Fear arises from the paranoia, the unknown, and the sinister implications of the cult. Sadness and Empathy are felt for the characters caught in this traumatic and confusing ordeal, particularly the accused and the alleged victim. Anger may also be present towards the perceived injustice or the dark forces at play.