is a psychological thriller that serves as a dark exploration of loneliness, set against the nostalgic backdrop of 1990s VHS culture. Core Premise
The story follows David, a lonely bachelor living in 1990 who spends his days caring for his mother, who has dementia. Seeking connection through a video dating service, he instead finds a mysterious VHS tape titled "Rent-A-Pal," featuring a charismatic host named Andy (Wil Wheaton). As David "interacts" with the tape, his perception of reality begins to disintegrate. Rent-A-Pal (2020)