The Ugly

A psychologist named Dr. Karen Schumaker attempts to analyze the mind of Simon Cartwright, a serial killer who has been confined to a psychiatric hospital for five years. As she conducts interviews to determine if he has recovered from his mental state, the process evolves into a dangerous interaction where the boundaries between reality and dreams blur. The professional relationship shifts from trust to skepticism as the doctor delves into the killer's troubled inner world.

This New Zealand horror thriller was written and directed by Scott Reynolds. It is the first of two films listed in his directorial career, followed by When Strangers Appear. The movie stars Rebecca Hobbs as the psychologist and Paolo Rotondo as the patient, supported by a credited cast of 35 people.

The film received mixed reactions from viewers and critics. It holds a 6.1 rating on TMDB based on 57 votes, while film critics gave it a lower score of 5.4 based on 5 reviews.