Cast:
Emily BrowningAnna
Arielle KebbelAlex
David StrathairnSteven
Elizabeth BanksRachael
Maya MassarMom
Kevin McNultySheriff Emery
The Uninvited (2009): Spoiler-Free Review
The Uninvited is a 2009 horror thriller by the brothers Charles and Thomas Guard. It is an American remake of the Korean film A Tale of Two Sisters.
The Premise
Anna (Emily Browning) returns home after a stay in a psychiatric hospital. Her mother died in a fire, and Anna blames herself. At home she finds that her father (David Strathairn) is close to his new partner Rachel (Elizabeth Banks). Anna and her sister Alex (Arielle Kebbel) become sure that Rachel is hiding something.
Why It Works
- The old lake house and the gray light create a quiet, eerie mood.
- Emily Browning and Elizabeth Banks play off each other well.
- The story gives clues along the way, so it rewards a second look.
At a Glance
- Directors: Charles and Thomas Guard
- Remake of: A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)
- Cast: Emily Browning, Arielle Kebbel, Elizabeth Banks, David Strathairn
- Genre: Horror thriller
Verdict
A neat, moody remake with a good ending. Fans of the original will find enough that is new.
- Who should watch: Fans of quiet horror and twist endings.
- Spoilers: none. We never reveal the twist in this review.
Frequently Asked Questions About:
"The Uninvited"
Is The Uninvited a remake?
Yes. It remakes the 2003 Korean film A Tale of Two Sisters.
Who directed The Uninvited?
Charles and Thomas Guard directed it.
Is The Uninvited scary?
It has a few jump scares, but it works more through mood.
Who stars in The Uninvited?
Emily Browning and Elizabeth Banks star.
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