Independent
films are always interesting to watch. Some aren’t worth the time, while others
are simply magnificent. The Guest falls into the latter category. The
movie features some very interesting acting, and the story is good enough to
keep you glued until the end. I have to be honest, I do not find independent
films fascinating, but this stands out.
Written by Simon
Barrett, the constant co-contributor of director Adam Wingard, the duo managed
to create this low-budget film and make it as compelling as big-budget ones,
even without intense graphic scenes or over-the-top stunts.
The movie might
lack some background on who the lead character was in the past and what
prompted him to be so violent and unstable. But honestly, who cares when a
movie grabs your attention and moves at such a fast pace? You’ll forget about
these little hitches and get swept up in the moment, only recalling the
glitches much later—like the lead, David Collins, walking away at the end after
being stabbed and shot twice.
This gripping
movie is about a man who claims to be a soldier and introduces himself to the
Peterson family as a friend of their deceased son, Caleb, who died in the
Afghanistan War.
Caleb’s mother
welcomes the man, David Collins (Dan Stevens), into her home, but the rest of
the family is initially skeptical. However, they soon warm up to him. After
David moves in, a series of accidental deaths and unfortunate events begin to
occur, all of which seem to be linked to someone in the Peterson family.
David becomes
deeply involved with the family, making it a priority to protect Caleb’s
younger brother and sister. But Caleb’s sister grows suspicious of David. When
she calls his army base to investigate, she uncovers unsettling truths about
him. Unfortunately, no one seems interested in what she has found or what she
has to say about David.
After watching the movie, I was eager to see more films Adam and Simon had worked on. Their earlier collaboration, You’re Next (2011), was a huge financial success. Made on a budget of $1 million, the movie earned over $25 million at the box office and holds a 74% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. I think The Guest is a great film for everyone to see, but keep in mind it’s a psychological action thriller and isn’t suitable for kids. It’s perfect for a night in with your significant other.
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