THE VISIT

Two estranged siblings, Loretta and Becca, are sent to spend a week with their maternal grandparents in a remote Pennsylvania farmhouse. As the children begin to experience increasingly disturbing and unexplainable behavior from their seemingly sweet grandparents, they uncover a terrifying secret about their family's past. The week takes a dark turn as their grandparents' actions become more erratic and violent, leaving the siblings fighting for their lives.

The Visit received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful atmosphere, Shyamalan's directorial return to form, and the performances of the young leads. While some found the found-footage style occasionally jarring, the film was largely seen as a successful and effective return to the director's roots in creating tension and psychological horror.

• Praised for its effective suspense and M. Night Shyamalan's renewed directorial vision.

• The performances of the young actors were a highlight for many reviewers.

• Some critics found the found-footage approach to be a gimmick that didn't always serve the story.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'The Visit' to be a tense and suspenseful horror film, appreciating M. Night Shyamalan's ability to build dread. While many enjoyed the unexpected twists and the performances, some felt the found-footage style was overused or that the plot had some predictable elements.

M. Night Shyamalan famously funded the film himself by taking out a second mortgage on his home, reportedly wanting to maintain creative control and avoid studio interference.