The Undiscovered Country
The Undiscovered Country

The Undiscovered Country

2019Movie89 minEnglish

A young woman investigates her mother's secret past — by following her ghost.

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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users93%
Director: Rian JohnsonGenres: Mystery, Comedy-Drama

Plot Summary

When a wealthy crime novelist dies on his Thanksgiving birthday, a detective is hired to investigate his suspicious death. The detective soon uncovers a web of family secrets and lies, as he interviews each eccentric member of the deceased's dysfunctional family. As he delves deeper, he begins to question everything he sees and hears, realizing that the truth may be more complex than it appears.

Critical Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its sharp script, stylish direction, and ensemble cast performances. Critics praised its clever twists and turns, blending of genres, and subversion of mystery tropes. Audiences also responded very positively, appreciating its humor and engaging plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • A brilliantly crafted whodunit with a fresh, modern sensibility.
  • Sharp dialogue, stellar performances, and unexpected twists keep audiences guessing.
  • A masterclass in subverting genre expectations with style and wit.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film for its clever and intricate plot, the excellent performances from the entire cast, and the satisfying blend of humor and suspense. Many highlighted the film's engaging mystery and satisfying resolution as major positives.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Original Screenplay at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive donut-shaped blood spatter on the wall was a deliberate visual motif, representing the tangled and convoluted nature of the case and the family's secrets.

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