A Crooked Somebody

In a world where fringe belief and televised spectacle collide, a weary traveler drifts from town to town offering dubious connections to the beyond. The film balances a sly sense of humor with a lingering unease, letting the audience feel the thin line between genuine desperation and the allure of fame that radiates from every late‑night talk‑show set.

Michael Vaughn is a spirit medium barely scraping by, his confidence as tenuous as the thin veil he claims to pierce. He works alongside his pragmatic partner Chelsea, whose own doubts grow louder with each empty‑handed gig. At home, Sam and Joyce watch their son’s charade with a mix of disappointment and concern, creating a quiet tension that underscores his restless quest for validation.

When an unexpected abduction forces Michael into a high‑stakes corner, he seizes the moment to transform a personal crisis into a national showcase. The resulting televised séance promises to solve a headline‑grabbing mystery, thrusting him into the bright glare of audiences eager for answers. The sudden shift from small‑town hustles to prime‑time notoriety amplifies both his comedic bravado and the darker currents that threaten to swallow him whole.

Now caught between the menace that loomed behind his kidnapping and the intoxicating pull of instant celebrity, Michael must juggle deception, self‑preservation, and a growing hunger for legitimacy. The tone remains sharply witty, with each scene tinged by the absurdity of a man who can sell the supernatural while struggling to keep his own reality from unraveling.

Last Updated: August 10, 2025 at 02:18