The Realtor
The Realtor

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The Realtor

Movie
9 min
English

Two apartment seekers visit a penthouse with a charismatic Realtor. They are impressed by the property but soon realize they are being misled.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Jay MartinGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple, struggling with fertility issues, are excited to move into their dream home, a remote, sprawling estate. However, their joy is short-lived as strange occurrences and unsettling visions begin to plague the wife, hinting at a dark past connected to the property and its former inhabitants. As the disturbances escalate, their dream home transforms into a terrifying prison, forcing them to confront a sinister presence that threatens their sanity and their lives.

Critical Reception

While 'The Realtor' aims for psychological horror with a supernatural twist, it has received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. Many found the plot predictable and the scares uninspired, though some performances, particularly Katharine McPhee's, were noted as trying to elevate the material.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to deliver fresh scares or an engaging narrative.

  • Relies too heavily on horror tropes without meaningful innovation.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to overcome a weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse and generally lean towards disappointment, with many citing a lack of originality and a slow build-up that doesn't pay off.

Fun Fact

Katharine McPhee, known for her roles in music and television, takes on a leading role in this horror film, marking a significant genre shift for the actress.

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