The 'Not-So-Critical' Critic:
on THE VISIT (2012,
94 minutes, PG-13)
The Quick of It -
Mr. Shyamalan has
returned to the scene. Following his
last outing with AFTER EARTH, THE VISIT is a story about a brother and sister
visiting their grandparents for the first time. As with all Shyamalan films, he weaves a tale that leads you to
the hidden truths. What makes this film
a worthy watch is the gems of levity sprinkled throughout. Yes, this film is a tension-horror but the
boy, Tyler, played by Ed Oxenbould (from the extremely lengthy,
thesaurus-jumble of a title, ALEXANDER movie and other smaller projects)
crushes his role. The genius of the
script with his delivery will convince you I am right, and you will know what I
am referencing when you hear it... Shakira. Olivia DeJonge is overshadowed by Oxenbould's performance but yet
is a great compliment in the pairing.
The grandparents Peter McRobbie (a filmography that could choke a horse)
and Deanna Dunagan (mostly a "lady of the small screen") make for
loving grandparents... sorta. The plot
and conclusion are easy enough to figure out, so no surprises (and I think
intentional, not meant to completely deceive the audience). But that is okay, the ride is still worth
it.
Grade: B-
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