The Estate
The Estate

The Estate

2022Movie96 minEnglish

Down-on-her-luck divorcee Macey and her fickle sister Savanna attempt to win over their terminally ill, difficult-to-please Aunt Hilda in hopes of becoming the beneficiaries of her wealthy estate, only to find the rest of their greedy family members have the same idea.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users37%
Director: Greg PritikinGenres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two estranged siblings are called to their wealthy grandmother's deathbed, only to find themselves trapped in her isolated mansion with a sinister family doctor and his unsettling nurse. As the family patriarch succumbs to his illness, the siblings must confront dark secrets and their own resentments while fighting for their inheritance and survival against escalating threats within the estate.

Critical Reception

The Estate received a generally negative to mixed reception from critics, with many finding its attempts at blending horror and comedy to be uneven and its plot predictable. While some performances were noted, the film struggled to deliver a cohesive and impactful viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film falters in its execution of both comedic and horror elements, resulting in a tonally inconsistent experience.
  • Despite a promising premise, the plot becomes predictable and lacks the suspense or genuine scares needed to elevate it.
  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to overcome the script's shortcomings.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's unfocused genre blend and a lack of originality. Many viewers found the humor to be forced and the horror elements uninspired, leading to a generally underwhelming reception.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at a historic mansion in Arkansas, adding to its atmospheric setting.

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