The Invitation
Directed by:
Jessica M. ThompsonCinematography:
Autumn EakinComposer:
Dara TaylorCast:
Nathalie Emmanuel, Alana Boden, Thomas Doherty, Hugh Skinner, Sean Pertwee, Stephanie Corneliussen, Jeremy Wheeler, Virág Bárány, Kata Sarbó, Courtney Taylor (more)VOD (4)
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After the death of her mother and having no other known relatives, Evie takes a DNA test…and discovers a long-lost cousin she never knew she had. Invited by her newfound family to a lavish wedding in the English countryside, she’s at first seduced by the sexy aristocrat host but is soon thrust into a nightmare of survival as she uncovers twisted secrets in her family’s history and the unsettling intentions behind their sinful generosity. (Sony Pictures)
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The Invitation might work better if you don't look at the trailer before the screening, because it shows far too much. So you know from the start what kind of "horror monster" you are dealing with, and the makers make no effort to prepare any major plot twists. I commend the interiors of the estate and a few decent scares, albeit predictable ones. In terms of story, as I mentioned, the film doesn't surprise much, and I found the answer to the question "Why is this happening?" rather bland. The final scene didn't bring any plus points either. Better two stars!
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