The 3rd Guest
The 3rd Guest

Movie spotlight

The 3rd Guest

2023
Movie
91 min
English

Evie Kenneth is talented, driven and consumed with work until the unthinkable happens – her daughter dies suddenly. After burying her daughter, Evie turns to a former lover, Hart for comfort. He decides to take Evie with him on a ghost-hunting assignment that turns into a nightmare, when real paranormal events occur and the two must fight for their lives to survive from these unseen forces…

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users45%
Director: Mark TonderaiGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A documentary filmmaker becomes obsessed with a series of unsolved disappearances linked to a remote, abandoned mansion. As she delves deeper into the house's dark history, she uncovers a terrifying ritual and a malevolent entity that seems to feed on those who dare to trespass. The lines between reality and hallucination blur as she risks becoming the next victim of the house's sinister secrets.

Critical Reception

The 3rd Guest received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its plot convoluted and its scares unoriginal. While some praised its atmosphere and a few standout performances, the majority of reviews pointed to predictable twists and a lack of substantial character development as significant drawbacks.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.

  • Lacks a cohesive narrative and suffers from underdeveloped characters.

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere but ultimately falls short of its potential.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight a disappointment with the film's predictable plot and a lack of genuine suspense. While some viewers found the initial premise intriguing, many felt the execution was lacking, leading to a generally underwhelming viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The production team reportedly used actual historical records of local folklore and alleged paranormal events in the region where the mansion was filmed to inspire the film's unsettling mythology.

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TMDB Reviews

4 reviews
Marylegat889

Marylegat889

The 3rd Guest, produced by Grey Star Entertainment and distributed by Indican Pictures, is a haunting, elegantly paced horror experience that proves atmosphere and emotion can be just as unsettling as any jump scare. At its heart is Nikki K...

KingKhannn

KingKhannn

In "The 3rd Guest," Nikki Kris plays the role of Evie, who finds herself caught in a web of supernatural events. Her on-screen presence injects a refreshing dose of humor into the horror genre, striking a perfect balance between levity and...

johncakes

johncakes

The 3rd Guest" had all the potential to be a gripping and suspenseful thriller, but unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. From the promising premise to the initial buildup, it seemed like an intriguing journey awaited the audience. ...

ashton_soleki

ashton_soleki

To start, here's a good summary of how things went down: https://soundcloud.com/indie_horror_rising/ep-118-discussion-with-sean-patrick-cannon I feel bad for everyone involved, however, after listening to this, I'm surprised it finish...