Inheritance
Inheritance

Movie spotlight

Inheritance

2019
Movie
86 min
English

Two heiresses to a business empire are in shock when their late father's entire wealth is willed to a step-brother they know little about.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users57%
Director: Vaughn SteinGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A patriarch of a wealthy and corrupt family dies, leaving his daughter a mysterious inheritance: a hidden underground vault. Inside, she discovers a dark family secret that could unravel their empire and endanger her life. As she uncovers the truth, she must confront the dangerous legacy her father left behind and fight for her survival.

Critical Reception

Inheritance received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its suspenseful atmosphere and Lily Collins' performance, but criticism for its predictable plot twists and convoluted narrative. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the tension but finding the story's execution lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable and convoluted plot.

  • Felt like a missed opportunity for a more impactful thriller.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a moderately engaging thriller with a good performance from Lily Collins. However, many felt the plot was too predictable and ultimately unsatisfying, with some finding it slow-paced.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in a remote, isolated estate was designed to enhance the sense of claustrophobia and mystery surrounding the family's secrets.

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