While often it may seem like Possum is insisting upon its own horror, a little bit of research behind it reveals the origins to this incredibly creepy, uncomfortable thriller. Utilizing several psychological horrors, the uncanny, doppelgangers being the most present, the puppet of Possum quickly becomes a far more understandable story.
Our male lead's character, Sean Harris portraying 'Philip' is a seemingly down on his luck man that has experienced great ordeals of trauma. In a seemingly artistic fit of inspiration, Philip has created his own horror and must come to face of it. This manner of horror is not slasher, so if you're searching for something more visceral this is a poor match.
Sean Harris, in my opinion, delivers a absolutely great performance of a man suffering from post traumatic disorder, and like many that have survived great emotional horror, the troubles that it takes to let go of these things and move on. His uncle Maurice, played by Alun Armstrong, brings in the most relatable piece of discomfort in the form of a relative that has obvious and long history with Philip that is as disturbing as the puppet itself.
I highly recommend Possum. It is not going to be a film for all so if again. If you're looking for far more visceral terror, murderers and the like, this is film you might want to try but isn't the aforementioned. If you happen to enjoy intense views that grip from very on-point musical stings and great acting, then dig right in. You'll love it.