The Visit
The Visit

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The Visit

2011
Movie
9 min
German

A tragicomic story about an old woman, who, to the horror of her son, is cooking up a meal in the middle of the night for her long-deceased friends. Fantasy, dream or reality? What is the difference? When people get old...

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users64%
Director: Tony GoldwynGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young couple, Alex and Olivia, are in love but face escalating financial troubles. Alex's estranged millionaire father, Bill, offers them a lifeline: they can have $100,000 if they move to his remote estate and care for his ailing wife, Eliza, who has been in a coma for twenty years. Reluctantly, they accept, but soon discover that Bill's intentions are far from benevolent, and the estate holds dark secrets.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances of Sissy Spacek and Kyle Gallner, but found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the dramatic tension and others criticizing the unsatisfying resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, particularly from Sissy Spacek.

  • Criticized for a predictable and somewhat uninspired plot.

  • Found to be a competently made thriller that ultimately falls short of its potential.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film offers some compelling performances and a suspenseful premise, many felt the story lacked originality and a satisfying conclusion. Some viewers appreciated the dramatic twists, while others found them unbelievable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in Lexington, Virginia, utilizing several historic homes in the area to create the atmosphere of the wealthy family's estate.

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