We All Came Home
We All Came Home

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We All Came Home

2020
Movie
3 min
English

In 1974, a soldier, having now returned home, is haunted by shadows from the past, but are they just in his mind?

Insights

IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users92%
Director: Rian JohnsonGenres: Mystery, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

When a wealthy crime novelist is found dead at his estate, an eccentric detective is enlisted to investigate his family and his dysfunctional clan. As Benoit Blanc unravels the secrets, he uncovers a modern-day murder mystery interwoven with themes of privilege and inheritance. The investigation takes a series of twists and turns, revealing unexpected alliances and hidden motives among the Thrombey family members.

Critical Reception

Knives Out was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its witty screenplay, intricate plot, and strong performances. Critics praised Rian Johnson's direction and his clever subversion of the classic whodunit formula. Audiences also responded enthusiastically, appreciating the film's blend of humor, suspense, and social commentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • A brilliantly crafted and entertaining modern whodunit.

  • Witty dialogue, sharp social commentary, and a stellar ensemble cast.

  • A satisfying mystery that cleverly plays with genre conventions.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Knives Out, praising its clever plot twists, engaging mystery, and the humor delivered by the cast. Many highlighted the film's smart writing and its satisfying conclusion, with a significant number calling it a standout film of the year.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Film at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards and Best Original Song for 'Speak Now' at the Georgia Film Critics Association Awards. Received multiple nominations from Golden Globe Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Fun Fact

The character of Benoit Blanc was originally conceived with a more pronounced Southern accent, but Daniel Craig decided to soften it during filming to avoid it becoming a caricature.

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