Inconceivable
Inconceivable

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Inconceivable

2017
Movie
105 min
English

A mother looks to escape her abusive past by moving to a new town where she befriends another mother, who grows suspicious of her.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Director: Jonathan BakerGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Drama

Plot Summary

A couple facing financial ruin invites a mysterious woman into their home, believing she can solve their problems. However, her presence soon unravels their lives, revealing a sinister agenda. As secrets come to light, the couple must confront the terrifying reality of their choices and fight for their survival.

Critical Reception

Inconceivable received largely negative reviews from critics, with many citing a predictable plot, weak character development, and a reliance on genre tropes. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some finding it mildly entertaining as a B-movie thriller, while others found it to be a disappointing entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted and uninspired plot.

  • Performances are generally considered to be uneven, with little depth.

  • The thriller elements fail to deliver genuine suspense or originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews were scarce and generally unfavorable, with common complaints about the predictable nature of the story and a lack of engaging performances.

Fun Fact

Nicolas Cage and Faye Dunaway, both acclaimed actors, star in this film together, marking an interesting pairing in a less-than-stellar production.

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2 reviews
dennyjt

dennyjt

Nutty woman Whelan becomes surrogate mother for Gershon, who does not see how crazy she is. She is also a murderous lesbian. Whelan is good as a manipulative hottie, while casting doubt on Gershon’s sanity and sobriety. Flashbacks reveal th...

Gimly

Gimly

I'm so stoked that the title is a pun. _Final rating:★★ - Had some things that appeal to me, but a poor finished product._