"The Invitation" definitely did a lot of things well versus the typical horror movie on Netflix or even just within the genre itself comparing to "Hollywood" horror movies released in theaters.
I was especially fond of the mystery that lasted throughout the entire film. It was honestly scene after scene where I found myself wondering wtf was going on. On top of the mystery feel of the film, I especially appreciate films that make it seem like the "good guy" may not actually be the good guy. A film that can do that well often splits its audience in two until the reveal finally hits if a certain person or party is the villain of a film.
However, although I enjoyed the film, I was a bit bothered by some plot points and lack of common sense (that we all too often witness in these kinds of horror/thrillers). Certain points were clearly missed in regards to being explained and some were simply just holes, never to be visited again. Another thing I was not fond of what the characters beyond the three main ones. Everyone else was pointless and simply a part of the herd to slaughter. No development, no point, just meatshields for the movie.
But otherwise, definitely not a terrible flick. I enjoyed it much more than I anticipated.
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I was especially fond of the mystery that lasted throughout the entire film. It was honestly scene after scene where I found myself wondering wtf was going on. On top of the mystery feel of the film, I especially appreciate films that make it seem like the "good guy" may not actually be the good guy. A film that can do that well often splits its audience in two until the reveal finally hits if a certain person or party is the villain of a film.
However, although I enjoyed the film, I was a bit bothered by some plot points and lack of common sense (that we all too often witness in these kinds of horror/thrillers). Certain points were clearly missed in regards to being explained and some were simply just holes, never to be visited again. Another thing I was not fond of what the characters beyond the three main ones. Everyone else was pointless and simply a part of the herd to slaughter. No development, no point, just meatshields for the movie.
But otherwise, definitely not a terrible flick. I enjoyed it much more than I anticipated.
-- Oberrated.com --