My Teacher, My Obsession (2018) Instant

: The film leans heavily into the taboo student-teacher dynamic, though it focuses more on the predatory nature of the student's obsession than a mutual relationship.

The story follows (Laura Bilgeri), a student struggling to fit in after transferring to a new school. The twist? Her father, Chris (Rusty Joiner), is the new English teacher. Riley eventually finds a friend in Kyla (Lucy Loken), a loner who seems like the perfect confidante. However, Kyla’s interest isn’t in Riley—it’s in Chris. What starts as a "crush" quickly spirals into manipulation, jealousy, and eventually, a lethal obsession. 🔍 Critical Reception: Love It or Hate It? My Teacher, My Obsession (2018)

If you've spent any time browsing the darker corners of or Lifetime-style thrillers, you've likely stumbled upon My Teacher, My Obsession (also known as Dad Crush ). Released in 2018, this film is a textbook example of the "obsessive stalker" subgenre, blending high school social dynamics with a increasingly dangerous home life. 🎥 The Plot in a Nutshell : The film leans heavily into the taboo

Reviews are famously split, often landing in the "so bad it's good" category: Her father, Chris (Rusty Joiner), is the new English teacher