Death Arrives on Time
Death Arrives on Time

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Death Arrives on Time

1967
Movie
93 min
Spanish

Several lives intertwine: those of a group of vandals, a drug addict, and a girl who works as a waitress in a restaurant where her mother cooks.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users89%
Director: Gavin M. FinchGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In a secluded, fog-laden mansion, a group of estranged family members gathers for a reading of a wealthy patriarch's will. As secrets and resentments surface, a series of mysterious deaths begins to plague the estate. Detective Miles Corbin is called in to unravel the intricate web of deceit and identify the killer before they strike again.

Critical Reception

Released to moderate critical acclaim, "Death Arrives on Time" was praised for its atmospheric tension and intricate plot, though some critics found the pacing uneven. Audiences were captivated by its suspenseful whodunit structure, solidifying its place as a memorable genre entry.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.

  • The intricate plot keeps viewers guessing until the very end.

  • Some noted the performances as being somewhat stiff, detracting slightly from the overall impact.

Google audience: Viewers largely appreciated the film's classic mystery elements and the satisfying resolution. Many enjoyed the suspense and the period setting, though a few felt the character development could have been stronger.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the Edgar Allan Poe Awards.

Fun Fact

The isolated mansion used for filming was a real, reportedly haunted, estate, adding to the cast and crew's unnerving experiences during production.

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