Robin's Nest
Robin's Nest

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Robin's Nest

1980
Movie
Adult · 18+
80 min
English

Robin and Alan's marriage isn't what it was one year earlier when they first wed. As their sexual chemistry diminishes, they begin to loathe each other, only to seek sexual satisfaction with others.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: John Llewellyn MoxeyGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful architect, haunted by a past tragedy, finds his life unraveling when he returns to his childhood home. He becomes increasingly disturbed by strange occurrences and the unsettling behavior of those around him, leading him to question his sanity and the reality of his memories. As the mystery deepens, he must confront the dark secrets of his family and the house itself before he succumbs to paranoia.

Critical Reception

Robin's Nest received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, with critics largely panning its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. While some acknowledged the attempt at creating a suspenseful atmosphere, most found the film to be uninspired and derivative of superior psychological thrillers. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant commercial impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the psychological thriller elements to be underdeveloped and predictable.

  • The film's plot was often described as confusing and lacking coherence.

  • Performances were considered adequate but not enough to salvage the weak material.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Inheritance' by author Joan Faulkner.

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