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Tone Deaf
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Plot Summary
An older, wealthy woman, Eleanor, invites her younger, less affluent neighbor, Olive, to her remote house for a weekend of bonding. However, Olive soon suspects Eleanor's intentions are far more sinister than they appear. As the weekend progresses, Olive uncovers dark secrets about Eleanor and her property, leading to a terrifying battle for survival.
Critical Reception
Tone Deaf received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its attempts at social commentary and horror to be heavy-handed and disjointed. While some appreciated its provocative themes and the performances of its lead actors, the film was largely criticized for its convoluted plot and uneven tone.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ambition in tackling complex social themes.
Criticized for a jarring shift in tone and an underdeveloped narrative.
Performance by Robert Patrick noted as a standout.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film's screenplay was written by its director, Richard Bates Jr., who is known for his work on other genre films like 'Excision' and 'Suburban Gothic'.
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