Documentary filmmaker Lana Wilson is known for taking unconventional, humanistic approaches to her subjects, and her latest effort, Look Into My Eyes, is no different. While the film's purposefully restrained filmmaking approach and somewhat repetitive nature could be off-putting to impatient viewers, there is certainly merit in its honest, emotional discussion of topics such as grief and spirituality that make it worthy of attention.

Look Into My Eyes follows a group of psychics in New York City as they conduct a series of intimate sessions with their clients. It's a fascinating subject not often discussed in the media – especially in a way as vulnerable and emotional as this – with the noble intention of bringing humanity to something that is often dehumanised.

One of the most interesting things about Look Into My Eyes is how it strives to demystify the world of media. Although mediums are often thought of in terms of talking to the deceased, this documentary shows us that the profession is not monolithic, showing mediums that specialize in other types of services, such as communicating with pets. While it would have been easy for the film to play off moments like these as frivolous—especially in comparison to the far more poignant conversations with passing loved ones—Wilson finds humanity in these moments.

These moments also give the film a much-needed burst of energy, as it is otherwise somewhat repetitive and monotonous. The extent to which one likes Look Into My Eyes depends on how invested they are in the individual customers' stories. While some of them are moving, and some even airy, it's not quite enough to sustain the audience's interest for over 100 minutes.