The Visit (DVD)

This is a great movie my kids like to watch it at least once a month it’s funny but then also has some jump scares in it. It’s just overall a

Good movie a little scarey

This movie is a very weird combination of elements and I can see why many people are not very fond of it. The boy's character is relatively believable and the mother was actually very well written for what little time she has on screen. The daughter and aspiring documentary filmmaker is not very believable at all. Her dialogue is awkward and to be frank, no child, even very intelligent children, talks like she does throughout the movie. This is M. Night's biggest problem that he simply cannot shake - he writes himself into his movies even when he is not directly in front of the camera, and the goofy manner in which he speaks is the manner in which at least one or more of his characters speaks in every movie save a couple shining examples. He tends to sabotage himself with his own ego and it's too bad. The Visit also has clashing elements of very disturbing imagery and quirky humor. Brutal murder followed by adult diaper jokes is not everyone's cup of tea. It didn't bother me, but maybe I'm just a freak. The ever pervasive Shyamalan "twist" ending was as predictable as every other movie he has done over the past several years. I had it pegged by the first quarter of the film, and I was hoping it was a red herring to throw me off. It wasn't. Really, M. Night, try a double twist or something different next time - for god's sake. So, why despite all of these glaring problems did I give this film four stars? First, because my expectations were at rock bottom. I hate about 90% of Shyamalan's library. He is truly a filmmaker that hit his peak within his first two films. This movie was at least better than every other movie he has done in a long time. Second, though the character and story elements were messy, the imagery was, in my opinion, pretty frightening. I didn't think M. Night had it in him, but there were some ghastly moments in this that I really enjoyed because they were things I had never seen in another film, and I've seen just about everything from every era of film from every country in the world. I think that if this movie had been made by some indie film director rather than Shyamalan for a low budget it would have received a lot more love, but M. Night has worn out his welcome with most of the world and just his name on the movie elicits a thumbs down. I would recommend people give this a chance (rent or watch for free, do not buy). A group of friends and some beer make this pretty enjoyable, as long as you go into it with the intention of having fun rather than taking it seriously.

M. Night Shyamalan is very much a "hit or miss" filmmaker for me. I've loved some of his work, and hated some of his work. Even among those I haven't liked, though, I've often found that he excels in building a suspenseful story, but loses his footing in the final act when he shoehorns some twist (often seemingly just for the sake of having a twist--any twist--regardless of whether the story requires it). I have similar thoughts about the found footage format of filmmaking. It's been used to tremendous success in a handful of cases, but is now often overused as a crutch by filmmakers who can't be bothered to tell a story through a more traditional structure. And so it was with cautious optimism that I tried The Visit, a found footage horror/thriller from the aforementioned writer/director. As the film opened, my optimism seemed to be rewarded. Though the "found footage" camcorder-style cinematography was initially a bit rocky, the viewer quickly acclimates to it and it becomes a quite effective medium. Similarly, the suspense starts to build--very gradually, but right from the start. The viewer is never quite sure whether the odd things they're seeing are truly frightening or whether they're just the product of some eccentric characters. That uncertainty helps to build the film's suspense. And it does it in spades. Even when nothing overtly threatening is happening, the viewer can't help but feel that something wrong is lurking just off screen, waiting to erupt at the slightest provocation. Indeed, for pure suspense and tension throughout, The Visit is one of the most successful films I've seen in a good long while. Much of that tension is likely due to the exemplary performances by the entire cast. Child actors often fail to deliver the gravitas a serious horror movie requires. That goes doubly so when the film not only stars some children but features a remarkably small cast LED by those children. However. this particular cast--adult and child alike--delivered flawless performances. Say what you will about some of M. Night Shyamalan's writing decisions, but one of his greatest strengths seems to be in casting and directing young performers. His skill and their skill alike are on full display here. But the million dollar question when it comes to a Shyamalan film is whether it manages to stick the landing or not. And I will admit that some of the suspense falters just a little bit in the final act. However, a slight faltering is not a catastrophic failure. In The Visit, the ending just seems "right" for the story the precedes it, and succeeds in wrapping up a truly excellent film.

"The Visit" is a suspenseful and intriguing movie that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. The film is directed by M. Night Shyamalan and tells the story of two siblings who visit their grandparents for the first time, only to discover that something is amiss. The young actors, Olivia DeJonge and Ed Oxenbould, deliver solid performances as the curious and adventurous siblings who begin to uncover the disturbing secrets of their grandparents' home. The chemistry between the two actors is believable, and their performances add a layer of depth and relatability to the story. The film's found-footage style gives it a unique and unsettling feel, adding to the tension and suspense. Shyamalan's direction is effective in creating an eerie and claustrophobic atmosphere that leaves viewers guessing until the very end. The movie's plot is simple but effective, and the twists and turns keep audiences engaged throughout. Although some of the scares may feel a bit contrived or predictable, the film does a good job of building tension and delivering a satisfying payoff. Overall, "The Visit" is a solid thriller that provides plenty of suspense and thrills. While it may not be the most groundbreaking or original film in the genre, it is a well-executed and enjoyable movie that fans of suspense and horror will appreciate.

The people rating this movie 1 star, have obviously never worked with Dementia patients, this is one hundred percent realistic horror hands down. They just make it funny at times Barbara Streisand!

I borrowed this movie from the library and I can't remember why, but I wasn't impressed with it at the time, I think because I only watched the beginning and it irritated me about the recording that the kids were doing. I hate watching movies like that. To be fair, I decided to give it another try. It was better the second time around, maybe I had more tolerance. After watching it, it gained my favor. It's about two kids who visit their grandparents after never being acquainted with them, due to their mother having a fall out with them. Many bizarre occurrences take place, that first are explained away as old age. I thought it was creepy, especially when they were playing hide n go seek under neath the house or barn and the grandmother slithers like a snake to frighten them. The grandparents weren't just senile, they were downright odd balls to the point of being unsettling through out the entire movie, until all truth is revealed. And the oven scenes kind of peaked my interest, too bad nothing happened with those, the grandmother wanted the girl to clean the oven and I was surprised that she didn't try to push her in, sorry, spoiler, but it kept the viewer on edge. The ending could have been better, but all in all, I enjoyed the acting between the siblings. They picked on each other, but when it came down to the nitty gritty, they had each other's backs. The boy was not disrespectful, he was a mix of wit and age. Good movie!

Great movie!

How on Earth did I miss this one? I have been a fan of His stuff since "I see Dead People". Older than what I thought. I Loved it. Shocks suddenly come thick and Fast. Grandma underneath the House?????????? Glad my Grandma's weren't like Her. Speaking of Grandma after a tense moment she appears Completely Naked from Behind. Sight for Sore Eyes.... Certainly not a sight for Mine! Grandpops is just as Weird. Interest use for a Used Disposable Nappy. Then it turns silly. Would you as a Kid not know what your Grandparents looked like, Divorce involved or not? Hmm....... Then again I have never met or seen my Dads Dad. Sign of the Times? I'm over 50. Really enjoyed the film. I forgive Shaymalan for Signs. He doesn't do Comedy or does He?

Acheter neuf et recevoir le boîtier qui n’était pas sous blister et assez abîmé, jusque là ce n’est pas normal mais le pire c’est de retrouver des grattes sur le DVD en lui même…. Si j’achète un DVD neuf, il ne devrais pas être d’occasion…. Sinon mis à part ça le film est bien!

Super bon film d'épouvante, accrochez vous à votre fauteuil car ça envoie, film servi par un très bon scénario, une très bonne surprise ne l'ayant pas vu au cinéma, amateurs d'horreur peuvent y aller les yeux fermés...

good

Und noch ein Found Footage Film...als Horrorfilmfan hat man sich an diese "trendige" Machart inzwischen gewöhnt und man sich schon gar nicht mehr daran, dass es reichlich absurd ist, wenn der begeisterte Hobbyfilmer der Geschichte die Kamera immer drauf hält, selbst wenn er um sein eigenes Leben rennen muss. Im Grunde hat dies auch nur zu "Blair Witch Project" von Daniel Myrick und Eduardo Sanchez perfekt gepasst, weil es dort offensichtlich war, dass die Protagonisten, die sich in der Wildnis verlaufen hatten, bei ihrer Odyssee nur teilweise die Kamera laufen ließen. Bei allen anderen Nachfolgefilmen kam aber dieser Gedanke der Unlogik auf,, wenn man ständig nur noch in der Gegend herumläuft und alles mitfilmt. Egal, ob wir heute in einer Zeit von "Youtube" oder "Selfies" leben. Es sei denn man ist irgendwie Psychopath wie der Kameramann Mark Lewis, gespielt von Karlheinz Böhm, im Powell-Klassiker "Augen der Angst". Aber davon sind die beiden Protagonisten in M. Night Shyalamans "The Visit" weit entfernt. Es ist aber offensichtlich, dass die beiden Geschwister Rebecca (Olivia DeJonge) und Tyler Jamison (Ed Oxenbould) mit der Filmerei eigene Ängste zu kompensieren versuchen, Rebecca beispielsweise benutzt ihre Kamera vielleicht sogar als Ersatz des Blickes auf sich selbst. Was ein interessanter Aspekt in diesem mit wenig Budget gedrehten Comeback des indisch-stämmigen Regisseurs darstellt. Die Produktionskosten beliefen sich auf 5 Millionen Dollar, Shyalaman finanzierte dieses Geld durch sein eigenes Gehalt, das er für seinen vorigen, vielkritisierten Film "After Earth" bekommen hatte. Mit "The Visit" kehrt er auch zurück in das Genre, dass ihm zu Weltruhm verhalf. Wenn man die Werbung für diesen Film im Vorfeld betrachtet, kommt der Gedanke auf, dass M. Night Shyalaman auch auf das Potential der Geschichte als Komödie hinweisen wollte: Grandmas Rules: Have a good time, eat as much as you want...but don't leave your room after 9.30pm. Hört sich fast wie der dringende Appell aus "Gremlins" an, diesen süßen Mogwai nicht mehr nach Mitternacht zu füttern. Tatsächlich gab der Regisseur in einem Interview preis, dass er drei verschiedene Filmenden gedreht hatte: Eines, das pure Komödie sei, eines, das ausschließlich Horror sei und ein drittes, ein Mix aus beiden. Durch den kleinen 13jährigen Tyler, der gerne rappt kommt tatsächlich eine humorige Note in den Film, ansonsten ist der Film aber sehr ernst...und vor allem schräg, skurril und geheimnisvoll. Der sehr gelungene Film hat mich in seinen besten Szenen an Polanskis bizarres Meisterwerk "Der Mieter" erinnert. Und der wiederum ist ja ein sehr naher Verwandter zu "Rosemarys Baby", wobei wir bei den "Bösewichtern" dieser Filme wären: Allesamt betagte Menschen, die scheinbar ganz harmlose und normale Bürger sind. Aber dennoch lauern gerade in dieser scheinbar wohligen Idylle irgendwelche Abgründe ganz fieser Art. Die Geschichte beginnt als die alleinerziehende Mutter Loretta (Kathryn Hahn) mit ihrem neuen Lover Miguel eine Kreuzfahrt machen möchte. Sie leidet schon immer noch unter der Tennung ihres älteren Mannes, der sie wegen einer Jüngeren verlassen hat. Auch die Kinder Rebecca und Tyler haben diesen schmerzlichen Einschnitt in ihrem jungen Leben noch nicht richtig verdaut. Tyler beispielsweise reagiert sehr pathologisch auf Keime. Mit ihren Eltern hat sich Loretta vor 17 Jahren zerstritten und sie seither nie mehr besucht. Doch nun kam vor einiger Zeit ein Lebenszeichen der alten Leute, dass sie unbedingt ihre Enkel einladen würden, was natürlich Loretta in den Plan passt. So reisen die beiden Teenager alleine zu den ihnen völlig unbekannten Großeeltern (Deanna Dunagan/Peter McRobbie) und werden dort herzlich empfangen. Sehr schnell ist das Eis gebrochen und Alt und Jung verstehen sich prächtig. Und Rebecca hat dabei Gelegenheit dort in der einsamen Gegend, wo Oma und Opa zuhause sind, einen Film über diese Urlaubserlebnisse zu machen. Der kleine Bruder wirkt als Assistent bei diesen Filmaufnahmen mit. Doch schon in der ersten Nacht kommt es zur ersten verstörenden Begebenheit. Die Großeltern scheinen irgendwie sehr seltsam zu werden, je später der Abend ist... M. Night Shyalaman war klug genug die unheimlichen Szenen sehr dezent zu platzieren, so kommt für meine Begriffe auch mal ein guter Suspence-Gehalt zum Tragen, was ja bei vielen Genreverwandten eher plump und reisserisch augestaltet wird. Es gibt nur wenige Szenen - möglicherweise für hartgesottene Horrorfans zu subtil und ruhig inszeniert - aber diese zeugen schon für eine dichte Spannung. Es sind wirklich sonderbare Großeltern, die von Deanna Dunagan und Peter McRobbie toll gespielt werden. Shyalaman gelingt es über weite Strecken eine Unsicherheit beizubehalten: Sind Grandma und Grandpa böse ? Sind sie verrückt ? Oder völlig harmlose Leute, die nicht mehr so ganz gut - sowohl körperlich als auch geistig - funktionieren. Einiges ist möglich, erst das Ende gibt Aufschluß. Dieser Schluß ist zwar ebenfalls gelungen, flacht aber im Vergleich zu den vorherigen unheimlichen 80 Minuten etwas in der Qualität ab. Wobei es ein Beweis dafür ist, dass die Ungewissheit Angst erzeugt, aber wenn das Rätsel sich löst, lassen sich auch die Ängste - trotz der höheren Gefahr - wieder lösen.