Gothika is a psychological thriller film directed by Mathieu Kassovitz and written by Sebastian Gutierrez. The movie follows Dr. Pete Graham (Robert Forster), a criminal psychologist who runs Raven Hill Sanitarium, a mental institution for the criminally insane. The story begins with Dr. Peyton Forrest (Halle Berry), a therapist who has just been involved in a fatal car crash on her way to work. When she regains consciousness, she finds herself in the same sanitarium where she works, but with one major twist: she's now a patient. Confused and disoriented, Peyton tries to make sense of her situation, only to discover that she's been accused of murdering two people. As Peyton navigates the eerie and isolated environment of the institution, she begins to experience strange and terrifying events. She starts to question her own sanity, wondering if she really did commit the murders or if someone is playing a cruel trick on her. Her investigations lead her to suspect that one of her colleagues might be behind the sinister plot. Peyton's search for truth is further complicated by the presence of Dr. Larry Graham (Robert Forster), who seems to know more about her situation than he's letting on. As Peyton delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy everything she thought she knew. Throughout the film, Peyton's character undergoes a transformation from a confident and assertive therapist to a vulnerable and desperate individual fighting for her life. Her journey is marked by moments of intense fear, paranoia, and claustrophobia, as she becomes trapped in a world where nothing is as it seems. Gothika features a complex and engaging plot that keeps viewers guessing until the very end. With its blend of psychological thrills, supernatural elements, and atmospheric tension, this film will appeal to fans of horror and suspense alike.