The Inheritance
The Inheritance

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The Inheritance

2020
Movie
Adult · 18+
61 min
English

Stepsister, Brianne Blu, is not the sort of girl you want to have over for dinner. She has bad manners, and her stepbrother, Tyler Nixon, and his sweet little wife, Alex Coal, oftentimes neglect to remember to invite her over for holidays. Tyler and his family are living their life happily away from her, until their rich grandpa passed away, and brings the family together again. Grandpa was very close to Brianne, the two were both considered black sheep of the family. Grandpa was a real estate mogul, owning many of Chicago's retail and residential buildings, and when he passed he left his millions solely to Brianne Blu. Tyler and his wife invite Brianne over to stay the weekend in the hopes of mending their relationship. He only wants what he is owed, his fair share of Grandpa's inheritance. Brianne has other plans, she wants what she has always wanted, all of Tyler. Watch the story unfold.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users60%
Director: John C. LyonsGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

Following the death of her estranged father, a woman returns to her family's remote Irish estate to settle his affairs. Upon arrival, she discovers that her father has left her in charge of the estate and its controversial legacy. As she delves deeper into the family's secrets and the land's history, she uncovers a dark past that challenges her understanding of her identity and inheritance.

Critical Reception

The Inheritance received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Sarah Greene and Fiona Shaw. Some reviewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable, while others lauded its exploration of familial trauma and unresolved history.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and the compelling performances of its lead actresses.

  • Criticized by some for a plot that doesn't always live up to its intriguing premise.

  • Explores themes of generational trauma and the burden of secrets effectively.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's moody setting and the emotional depth brought by the actors. Some viewers found the pacing slow and the narrative resolution less impactful than expected.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the rugged landscape of the west of Ireland, contributing significantly to its atmospheric and isolated feel.

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