The Reckoning
Sally Wilson's daughter Amanda is stricken with a brain tumour and each day, her condition appears to be worsening. Sally is at her wits end as to how to help her daughter and knows a life saving operation in America that she can't afford would be the answer. When the harassed single Mum is called to the office of a swish city lawyer, she never expects a life or death proposition. She’s been bequeathed £5 million! But in order to qualify for this amazing transfer of funds, Sally must first kill a man who deserves to die.
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Plot Summary
In 15th-century England, a troubled priest named Nicholas is exiled from his monastery. He joins a troupe of traveling actors who perform plays depicting biblical stories. However, their performances take a dark turn when a mysterious plague begins to spread, and Nicholas suspects dark forces are at play.
Critical Reception
The Reckoning received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and performances, particularly from Paul Bettany and Willem Dafoe, many found the plot convoluted and the horror elements underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film too slow and unsatisfying.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark, atmospheric visuals and solid lead performances.
- Criticized for a muddled plot and a lack of genuine scares.
- Seen as an ambitious but ultimately flawed attempt at a period horror film.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a division of opinion, with some appreciating the film's historical setting and unsettling tone, while others found the story difficult to follow and the horror elements lacking in impact.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a modern-day thriller set in New York City before the setting was changed to 15th-century England.
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