The film is noted for its dreamlike atmosphere and explores deep existential and social themes:
: Once infected, a person is followed by an entity that can take the form of anyone—a stranger, a friend, or even a loved one. If the entity kills the person it is currently following, it begins pursuing the previous person in the "chain" again. It Follows(2014)
: The movie features a "temporally ambiguous" setting, mixing retro technology (like 1950s televisions and old cars) with modern devices (like an e-reader), creating a timeless, nightmare-like quality. The film is noted for its dreamlike atmosphere