Domestic Disturbance
Domestic Disturbance

Domestic Disturbance

2001Movie89 minEnglish

Frank Morrison is a divorced father with a 12-year-old son, Danny. His ex-wife Susan and son Danny now live with Rick Barnes, Susan's new husband. Danny, who has a reputation for telling lies, accuses his stepfather of committing a murder. Initially, no one believes his accusations, but then Frank becomes convinced and is the only one who believes him. Now, the father Danny trusts must protect him from the stepfather he fears.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes34%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users57%
Director: Harold BeckerGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A divorced father, Frank Morrison, tries to reconnect with his son, Danny, but finds himself at odds with his ex-wife's new husband, Rick. As strange events unfold around their suburban home, Frank suspects Rick is not who he seems. He uncovers a dark secret that threatens his family's safety, leading to a tense confrontation where he must fight to protect his son.

Critical Reception

Domestic Disturbance received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the plot predictable and unoriginal. While some performances were noted, the film was generally seen as a formulaic thriller that failed to deliver genuine suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and a lack of genuine tension.
  • John Travolta's performance is overshadowed by a weak script.
  • A forgettable thriller that treads familiar ground without adding anything new.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some found the movie to be a decent watch for a casual thriller, many felt it was too predictable and lacked originality. The suspense was often noted as being uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for Harrison Ford before John Travolta took over the lead role.

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