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Product Name: Guest
UPC: 025192275258
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Action, Great 80's Riff. Solid All-Around.
In the fall of 2013 we caught a glimpse of what director Adam Wingard could do with the crazy/fun You're Next and with his follow-up he only amps up the fun even more. I pretty much loved every single aspect of The Guest and only give it a less than perfect score because it isn't something to be regarded as exceptional. It's not exceptional because it isn't necessarily innovative, but it's still highly entertaining and well-constructed because it knowingly draws from very specific inspiration. Horror movies of the late 70's and early 80's as well as the thrillers of the same decade infuse every angle of Wingard's tale of uncertainty. He plows over every moment in the film with his unabashed soundtrack fueled by synthesizers and one note tones that dispel any notion we should take this seriously. Instead, seasoned moviegoers will acknowledge this as an exercise in form, of style and take note of how every story, even the most generic of ones, can be made fresh and interesting with a unique directorial approach. Not to mention, Dan Stevens serves at the titular guest in a role that will only lead to you seeing much more of him in the future.
Posted by VandyPrice
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
Can't believe this movie isn't more popular than it is. Hidden gem.
This film is the perfect mashup of thriller, horror, and action for fans of John Carpenter's films from the 1980s. Even the music reminded me of those Carpenter classics. Just a bizarre story, but done well and completely enjoyable. I am smiling as I think about how fun this movie is to watch. Definitely a solid pick for a Friday movie night, although the ending might leave some people upset. I, for one, found the ending hilarious.
