The Nest
The Nest

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The Nest

2021
Movie
21 min
Polish

It’s 1968. Jacob, a student in Czechoslovakia, pays an unannounced visit to his family in Poland. The seemingly idyllic atmosphere of seeing each other after a long time is gradually disturbed by the real reason for Jacob’s visit.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users70%
Director: Sean DurkinGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the 1980s, a British commodities broker relocates his family from New York to a sprawling estate in the English countryside. As he pursues ambitious business ventures, his wife begins to feel increasingly isolated and disturbed by unsettling events within their new home. The family's carefully constructed facade starts to unravel, revealing deep-seated anxieties and unresolved tensions beneath the surface.

Critical Reception

The Nest received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and exploration of marital dynamics and ambition. Some reviewers found the pacing deliberate, but most appreciated its psychological depth and unsettling tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling performances, particularly from Jude Law and Carrie Coon.

  • Lauded for its suspenseful and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Cited for its effective exploration of marriage, ambition, and suburban unease.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's tense atmosphere and the strong acting, finding it to be a well-crafted psychological drama. Some viewers felt the plot was somewhat predictable, but the overall sentiment was positive regarding its execution.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Director Sean Durkin drew inspiration for the film's themes from his own experiences growing up with parents who moved frequently and pursued ambitious projects.

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