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The Guest
2014 101 min United States of America, United Kingdom R 16+
★7.4
Mystery, Thriller, Action
Director: Adam Wingard
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Description
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.
Budget:
$5M
US Gross:
$332,890
Worldwide:
$2.7M
Starring
Dan Stevens
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Sheila Kelley
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Maika Monroe
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Awards
5 wins & 13 nominations total
Key opinion
The Guest is widely regarded as a stylish and energetic homage to 1980s thrillers, praised for its sharp aesthetic and engaging narrative. While viewers generally enjoy its unique tone and strong lead performance, there is some disagreement regarding the escalation of the film's conclusion and its tonal consistency.
| Acting | Dan Stevens provides a chilling, standout lead performance that carries the film's central mystery. | |
| Score | The pulsing, synth-heavy score effectively reinforces the film's 1980s retro-horror aesthetic. | |
| Originality | The film succeeds as a creative and entertaining throwback, successfully balancing dark humor with genre tropes. | |
| Ending | The transition from a slow-burn character study to an over-the-top, exaggerated finale polarizes viewers who prefer a more grounded resolution. | |
| Pacing | The aggressive style and quick-cutting editing create a distinct energy that some find exciting, while others feel the overall pacing remains inconsistent. |