Private Property
Private Property

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Private Property

2022
Movie
87 min
English

Kathryn, a struggling actress and unfulfilled housewife, becomes friendly with her new gardener, Ben. He gives her the attention and sensitivity she craves; however, he is not who he seems.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Director: Chadd HarboldGenres: Thriller, Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

Two estranged sisters inherit their childhood home after their father's death. Unbeknownst to them, a dangerous man has taken up residence in their guest house. As they attempt to reclaim their property, they find themselves in a terrifying struggle for survival against the increasingly menacing intruder.

Critical Reception

Private Property received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise derivative and its execution lacking in suspense and originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the attempts at tension but others criticizing the predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to generate genuine scares or suspense, relying on tired genre tropes.

  • Performances are inconsistent, failing to elevate the thin material.

  • The narrative feels predictable and lacks a strong, original voice.

Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unimpressed, with many commenting on the unoriginality of the plot and the slow pacing. Some viewers found the suspense lacking, while others felt the film failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in only 18 days on a tight budget.

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