Twisted

Jessica Shepard has just been promoted and moved into the homicide division, a career milestone that comes with high expectations and relentless scrutiny. She throws herself into a San Francisco murder case, determined to prove she belongs in a tough precinct. Her new partner Mike Delmarco brings experience and steadiness, and together they chase a suspect through a city of fog and neon. The investigation takes a personal turn when the victim was connected to Jessica by a romantic past, turning the case into something more intimate and dangerous. As more of her ex lovers are found dead, Jessica starts to doubt her own memory and grip on reality. The line between investigator and suspect becomes increasingly blurry and deadly.

Directed by Philip Kaufman from a story by Sarah Thorp, Twisted hit theaters in 2004 with a reported 50 million budget, aiming for a polished urban crime thriller framed by a starry ensemble and brisk procedural momentum throughout its release.

The film grossed approximately 40.95 million worldwide, a modest return against its 50 million budget. It found its strongest showing in North America, while international markets lagged behind, contributing to a disappointing overall performance for the studio worldwide that year.

Awards: No major nominations or wins were credited to Twisted in the awards circuit. It received little attention during awards season and earned no Oscar or Golden Globes nominations. The lack of prominent accolades mirrors its status as a mid range urban thriller. It remains more of a performance showcase its visibly.

Reception and themes: The film leans on psychological tension, exploring how obsession pressures memory and judgment. With strong performances from Ashley Judd and Samuel L. Jackson, Twisted probes trust, personal history, and the price of ambition in a city that never sleeps, yielding a layered mood for viewers seeking thrills.