The Invitation

The Invitation

Year: 2016

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Karyn Kusama

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Returning to a dinner party hosted by his ex-wife, Will finds himself increasingly disturbed by her new husband and the unsettling atmosphere. Her erratic behavior and the strange guests create a sense of unease, leading him to suspect his invitation served a hidden purpose. As the evening progresses, a dark and tragic past begins to resurface, threatening to unravel the carefully constructed facade of the gathering.

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1

Departure for the Dinner Party

Will and his girlfriend Kira embark on a trip to Will's former residence in the Hollywood Hills after receiving an unusual invitation from his ex-wife, Eden. This journey marks the beginning of an unsettling reunion filled with haunting memories and unexpected events.

Hollywood Hills
2

Encounter with the Coyote

On the way to the party, Will accidentally strikes a coyote with his car. Out of compassion, he uses a tire iron to end the animal's suffering, a decision that foreshadows the darker events of the evening.

3

Arrival at Eden's Home

Upon arriving at Eden's sprawling home in the canyons of Los Angeles, Will and Kira are greeted by familiar faces from the past, including friends Tommy and Miguel. The atmosphere begins to thicken with tension as they catch up amidst uneasy memories.

Eden's Home
4

Meeting the Guests

The host, Eden, and her new husband, David, welcome Will and Kira alongside other guests. Tensions rise with the mysterious appearance of Sadie, a woman Eden befriended in Mexico, which sets an ominous tone for the reunion.

5

Kira’s Story About Will's Encounter

As the evening progresses, Kira recounts Will's distressing encounter with the coyote, drawing mixed reactions from the gathered friends. This story serves to highlight the differences in how Will and the others perceive grief and compassion.

6

Past Shadows Emerge

During the gathering, Will is bombarded with memories and flashbacks of his past with Eden, including her troubling self-destructive behavior. This revelation emphasizes the emotional chasm between Will and Eden, complicating the reunion further.

7

Introduction of Pruitt

Pruitt, a new member of Eden's circle, joins the gathering, which only heightens Will's anxiety. He soon begins to suspect that there is more to this gathering than simple reconnection among friends.

8

David's Dark Mention

David brings up past tragedies, including a home invasion, and locks the guests inside the house. Will's discomfort and paranoia intensify as these revelations take a darker turn, hinting at hidden dangers around them.

9

Discovery of Unmarked Pills

Will makes a troubling discovery when he finds unmarked pills in Eden’s room, fueling his growing unease about the intentions of the gathering. This encounter leads him to ponder deeper about the cult-like behavior exhibited by the hosts.

10

Chilling Confessions

As the night continues, bizarre confessions surface, including a chilling recruitment video that features a suicide demonstration. The atmosphere shifts as Will realizes he may be entangled in a sinister plot regarding the cult known as The Invitation.

11

Confrontation About Choi

Braced by trepidation, Will confronts the group about the absence of Choi, Gina's boyfriend. This pivotal moment shatters the façade of the dinner party, revealing the sinister undertones of their gathering.

12

Shift to Violence

Tensions escalate, and the charming dinner transforms into a fight for survival as the cult members reveal their underlying intentions. The night deteriorates, unraveling into chaos, confrontation, and betrayal.

13

Desperate Escape

Amidst the chaos, Will and Kira scramble to escape the malicious intentions of Eden and her followers. They navigate through a landscape of violence, desperation, and mounting fear as they uncover the reality of their situation.

14

Revelation of a Horrific Ritual

As Will fights to protect Kira and themselves, they discover that the red lanterns scattered across the hillside signify a broader conspiracy involving chilling rituals. This revelation shatters Will's grip on reality as he confronts his tragic past.

15

Confronting the Future

In the aftermath of the night’s catastrophic events, Will is left to grapple with the shadows of his past and the irrevocably altered reality of the future. His journey of grief has transformed into one of survival, marked by loss and haunting memories.

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