Jan. 14, 2022|United States|86 Min.|n/A
Genre: Crime;Thriller
Description: “The Surprise Visit” is a 2022 suspense thriller that begins with a dramatic opening scene of a terrified woman in pajamas and a housecoat running through the woods. The story then flashes back to reveal the events leading up to this moment. The film, based on a true story, features Eric Roberts in the cast.
The plot revolves around Annabelle and Casey, a struggling couple who are expecting a child but are burdened by their meth addiction and financial struggles. They live in the remnants of an RV, and after promising to change his ways, Casey reaches out to his father, Hugh, for help and a job. However, Hugh, having been through similar situations before, refuses to assist until Casey is clean.
During his conversation with his father, Casey overhears Mrs. Dixon, Hugh’s wealthy employer, mention that she will be away for the weekend. Knowing her love for jewelry, Casey hatches a plan to break into her house and steal some valuables.
Directed by Nick Lyon, “The Surprise Visit” follows the theme of a seemingly simple break-in escalating into a violent home invasion. The plot thickens when Mrs. Dixon’s daughter Juliette and her husband Daniel unexpectedly arrive for a surprise visit and decide to stay overnight. This leads to a series of tragic events, including Casey killing Daniel, forcing Juliette to fight for her survival.
Unlike other films in the genre, “The Surprise Visit” focuses more on suspense and psychological tension rather than action, making it a unique addition to the home invasion thriller category.
Cast director: Nick Lyon
Cast actor: Rob Riordan, Jacqi Vene, Serah Henesey, Eric Roberts, Tricia Hawn, Johnny Santiago, Regan Ferrier
Original name: The Surprise Visit