PH-1 (2026)
Story overview
PH-1 is a 2026 mystery-thriller directed by and starring Mark Kassen, with a cast including Abubakar Salim, Jesse L. Martin, Dina Shihabi, and Vinessa Shaw. Set in the United States and Canada, the film follows a promising politician who is held hostage in his luxurious penthouse by a remote captor. Forced to watch his life unravel through social and conventional media, he must uncover the identity and motives of his unseen adversary. The 85-minute runtime delivers a tense, suspenseful narrative focused on psychological manipulation and media scrutiny.
Parent Guide
PH-1 is a psychological thriller with moderate suspense and emotional intensity, suitable for teens and adults. It lacks graphic content but deals with mature themes of manipulation and media impact.
Content breakdown
Contains psychological peril and tension as the protagonist is held hostage and watches his life fall apart. No physical violence or gore is depicted.
The film is suspenseful and may be disturbing due to themes of psychological manipulation, loss of control, and public humiliation. Scenes of media-driven destruction could unsettle sensitive viewers.
No strong or offensive language is present in the film.
No sexual content or nudity is included.
No depiction of substance use or abuse.
High emotional tension from the protagonist's crisis and the suspenseful plot. Themes of betrayal and media scrutiny may evoke strong feelings.
Parent tips
PH-1 is a suspenseful thriller that explores themes of psychological manipulation, media influence, and personal crisis. It contains moderate emotional intensity and peril, with no graphic violence, strong language, sexual content, or substance use. Best suited for viewers aged 13 and up due to its mature themes and tense atmosphere. Parents should note the film's focus on a character's life being publicly destroyed, which may be distressing for younger audiences. Consider watching together to discuss the impact of media and privacy issues.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
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- How did the film make you feel about the power of social media in today's world?
- What do you think motivates the captor, and does it justify their actions?
- How does the politician's experience reflect real-life issues with privacy and public scrutiny?
- What strategies could someone use to protect themselves from similar situations in the digital age?
Where to watch
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