The Weekend Away
The Weekend Away

The Weekend Away

2022Movie90 minEnglish

When her best friend vanishes during a girls' trip to Croatia, Beth races to figure out what happened. But each clue yields another unsettling deception.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users56%
Director: Kim FolsynGenres: Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two best friends, Beth and Kate, embark on a much-needed weekend getaway to Croatia. However, their trip takes a dark turn when Kate mysteriously disappears. As Beth desperately searches for answers, she uncovers unsettling truths and realizes that not everyone is who they seem.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who generally found the plot predictable and the execution uninspired. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often predictable and lacking suspense, with a plot that struggles to maintain engagement.
  • Performances are decent but can't elevate the generic thriller elements.
  • The Croatian setting provides some visual appeal but doesn't save the formulaic narrative.

Google audience: Google users found the movie to be a decent watch for a casual thriller, with some appreciating the twists, but many felt it was too predictable and not very original. The acting was generally seen as a positive aspect.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 2020 novel of the same name by Sarah Alderson.

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