Turndown Service
Turndown Service

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Turndown Service

2019
Movie
Adult · 18+
99 min
English

From the outside, this bed and breakfast looks like any other. It is beautiful and calm, a place where you'd want t rest your head for the night. However, there's a perverted evil lurking beneath the surface, behind the walls and in the underbelly of the establishment!

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Steven B. MillerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman faces the daunting task of running her family's failing motel while juggling personal crises. She must confront her estranged mother and reconcile with her past to save not only the business but also her own future.

Critical Reception

Turndown Service received mixed reviews, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Gail O'Grady. However, many critics found the plot to be predictable and lacking in originality, while some felt the film struggled to balance its dramatic and comedic elements effectively.

What Reviewers Say

  • Gail O'Grady delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film.

  • The film's narrative arc felt familiar and somewhat underdeveloped.

  • Attempts at humor sometimes fall flat against the dramatic undertones.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and varied, with some viewers appreciating the emotional depth and relatable struggles of the characters, while others found the storyline to be too conventional and lacking in significant impact.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, utilizing its diverse urban landscape to portray the setting of the struggling motel.

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