The Guest is one of the best films I have ever seen, easily landing in my top 10. Adam Wingard’s skills matched with Simon Barrett’s screenplay truly delivers a masterpiece. Watch it now.
The Guest
Be careful who you let in.
Rating
5.0 (1)
Release Date
9/5/2014Runtime
101 minsOverview
A soldier introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son who died in action. After the young man is welcomed into their home, a series of accidental deaths seem to be connected to his presence.
How It Feels
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A chillingly composed psychological thriller that worms its way under your skin as a charming stranger systematically unravels a grieving family's sense of safety. Polished and clinical in its execution, it's a slow-motion descent into paranoia and violence that earns its Halloween setting.
Mood
ParanoidTenseUnsettlingDread-soaked
Themes
GriefIdentityRevenge
Pacing
Slow-burn
Look
NaturalisticHigh-contrast
Structure
Linear
Heads up
Graphic violence
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