An Ideal Host
An Ideal Host

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An Ideal Host

2020
Movie
84 min
English

Liz just wants to host the perfect dinner party but an unexpected guest sends the evening into chaos, with potentially apocalyptic consequences.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Director: Robert WoodsGenres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A young woman desperately tries to impress her boss by hosting an exclusive dinner party. However, her carefully planned evening takes a dark and unexpected turn when a mysterious, extraterrestrial parasite infiltrates the gathering. As the guests descend into paranoia and violence, the true nature of the event and the ultimate motive of the parasitic entity are revealed.

Critical Reception

An Ideal Host received a mixed to positive reception, often lauded for its unique blend of sci-fi horror and dark comedy. Critics appreciated its inventive premise and effective suspense, though some noted pacing issues in the latter half.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original concept and blend of genres.

  • Noted for its effective use of suspense and escalating tension.

  • Some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, and the plot occasionally predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a single house, contributing to its claustrophobic atmosphere and intimate horror.

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