The Dinner Party
The Dinner Party

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The Dinner Party

2009
Movie
88 min
English

Jealous and unstable, Angela plans a dinner party for her student friends - what they do not know is that the nights deadly entertainment is an extra serving of suicide and murder! Determined to end her life after the final course, Angelas friends watch as their hostess becomes obsessed with death. Soon they realise that not all of them will be leaving the table as Angela does not plan to die alone the question is: who is she going to take with her? Accepting an invite to dinner has never been more deadly as drugs, murder and suicide will make you think twice before returning that RSVP!

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Joshua SinclairGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A wealthy and arrogant art dealer, Douglas, plans a dinner party for his soon-to-be wife, a former prostitute named Monica. Douglas's family and friends, all of whom are condescending and judgmental, attend the party. As the night progresses, secrets and resentments surface, leading to a chaotic and explosive confrontation.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its unoriginal plot, clichéd characters, and heavy-handed dialogue as major weaknesses. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be predictable and lacking in genuine emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its predictable and derivative storyline.

  • The characters were frequently described as one-dimensional and unlikeable.

  • The film's attempts at drama and humor were largely seen as falling flat.

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Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and had a limited theatrical release, contributing to its lower profile and lack of widespread critical attention.

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