You are cordially invited to a nightmare generations in the making.|Aug. 24, 2022|USA|105 Min.|PG-13
Genre: 4K-2160p;Horror;Thriller
Description: In a summer marked by limited releases, three new films entered theaters: Sony’s thriller *The Invitation*, George Miller’s *Three Thousand Years of Longing*, and the heist movie *Breaking* starring John Boyega. Despite their release, none managed to make a significant impact, with the box office projected to earn only $50-60 million, marking one of the worst weekends since February.
*The Invitation* led the pack but still underperformed, grossing a modest $6-7 million from 3,114 locations in its opening weekend. Critics and audiences reacted with indifference, as the film scored a 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and a “C” grade from CinemaScore, signaling a lukewarm reception.
Directed by Jessica M. Thompson and starring Nathalie Emmanuel and Thomas Doherty, the film follows Evie, an American woman who visits her estranged cousin in the English countryside, uncovering the family’s dark secrets. Despite its lackluster performance, *The Invitation* was a low-budget venture, costing only $10 million to produce, which may mitigate its financial risks.
Meanwhile, *Three Thousand Years of Longing* struggled to break into the top five, earning just $1.16 million from 2,346 locations on its opening day. This summer’s theatrical offerings have largely failed to captivate audiences, leaving the box office in a slump.
Cast director: Jessica M. Thompson
Cast actor: Nathalie Emmanuel, Thomas Doherty, Stephanie Corneliussen, Alana Boden, Hugh Skinner, Kata Sarbó, Scott Alexander Young, Virág Bárány, Sean Pertwee, Elizabeth Counsell
Original name: The Invitation