SYNOPSICS
The Visitation (2006) is a English,French movie. Robby Henson has directed this movie. Martin Donovan,Edward Furlong,Kelly Lynch,Randy Travis are the starring of this movie. It was released in 2006. The Visitation (2006) is considered one of the best Horror,Thriller movie in India and around the world.
In Antioch, the former Father Travis Jordan lost his faith on God three years ago when his beloved wife was murdered and the criminals never found. Suddenly, miracles happen in the little town: the son of the newcomer and veterinary Morgan Elliot survives a car accident without a single scratch; Travis's dog Max revives after being buried; a paraplegic walks; a wounded woman and her father with brain tumor heal. In all the events, three men wearing black were seen, and then the unknown Brandon Nichols claims to be Jesus Christ. The local population worships Brandon, while Travis and Morgan feel that something is wrong and conduct an investigation, disclosing that evil has possessed the dwellers.
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The Visitation (2006) Reviews
Good story would have benefited from a larger budget
If you watch "The Rainmaker" you'll think it's a great movie. If you watch it after you read the novel by John Grisham that it's based on, it will leave you wanting a little more. "The Visitation" is very similar. Frank Peretti's books, including "The Visitation", have the tendency to draw the reader in until they are immersed in the fear that oozes from the pages. The movie doesn't quite accomplish that. Of course, if any movie were to contain all of the elements of a Perreti or Grisham novel, it would be 12 hours long. Having said that, the story is well told, though there are moments where it leaps ahead unexpectedly. The movie's opening scene introduces three mysterious men who proclaim "He is coming." Through the rest of the movie they lurk in the background, creating an uneasy sense of expectancy. Martin Donovan and Kelly Lynch are very likable as the main characters and Donovan is convincing in the role of reluctant hero. Randy Travis shows he is actually a good actor and provides most of the comic relief, which is a bit surprising. Edward Furlong as "The Visitor" is a bit melodramatic, but does a good job of keeping you guessing to the end. The rest of the characters could use a little more development in the movie. One thing I did find irritating about the movie is a device the screenplay writer (not Peretti) uses during the frightening scenes. It is pretty much a rip-off of "The Ring". Overall, the movie is somewhat frightening. It's not scary in a horror movie fashion, but more in a Hitchcock kind of way. It's more of a disturbing feeling than a desire to scream. Kind of like "The Secret Window". While Perreti is recognized as a Christian author the movie is not preachy. There are some religious themes, but they flow with the story. It doesn't force messages into the film that don't fit as is so unfortunate in many otherwise good stories. The budget for the movie is about $2 million. It looks like it. It doesn't look cheap, but it doesn't compare to the films with five times the money in the coffers. Perreti is currently working on a screen play for "The Oath". I hope this movie has enough success to convince someone to front a little bigger budget for his next project.
Pretty good for a Christian Movie
I really had no desire to go and see this movie. I was more or less dragged along because we had an extra ticket. Sitting through the opening scenes my thoughts on the movie were pretty much the same except that the camera work was kind of weird. However as the movie went on I actually started to enjoy it. I thought the plot was pretty good and a lot of what was going on throughout the movie was explained by the end. I would say what they were but I would probably give parts away for those who haven't seen it yet. I would also have to agree with one of the other reviewers that this is a horror movie but in the style of Alfred Hitchcock, not anything like Saw or most modern horror flicks but more of just something to creep you out. When comparing to other Christian-based movies, I thought this one came out very well despite the lack of money they had to make it. The message comes across well stated and the movie was well done. I would recommend this title for anyone who is curious about whether or not they want to see it.
Not too bad
Other than the budget, I went into this film knowing very little about it. I must admit that, for the first half-hour or so, I was distracted by the unusual shooting style which didn't seem to fit the flow of the story. However, as the film moved along, the jagged, misframed shots made more and more sense. As the story unfolded, I found myself increasingly intrigued, and even uneasy. Peretti has a talent for hooking his audience, and then taking them for an unusual ride, and "The Visitation" was no exception. For the minimal budget, this ended up being a very strong effort. I would definitely recommend it for teens and older audiences, but it may be a little too creepy for younger kids.
Not Impressed
When I read the book "The Visitation" by Frank Peretti, I couldn't put it down. I loved every minute of it, and recommended it to all my friends and family as a "must-read". Mr. Peretti is a talented author, and has a way of pulling the reader into a story that twists and turns and keeps the reader on their toes. The movie did the the exact opposite. I realize that it is rare that a movie comes close to being as good as the book, but I was hopeful that the spirit of the book, the feeling of the book, or at least the BASIC story of the book be represented well in the movie. It wasn't. Sadly, it fell into the stereotype of a "christian-made" movie. Medeocre. (Which I find frustrating). This was an excellent book, with an excellent story to tell, and it did not deserve to be butchered the way it did. Not only was the story hacked to bits, but the acting was lacking and the cinematography at times was confusing and distracting. As much as I loved and recommended the book, I have to say that this is a movie to avoid.
Surprisingly not bad...
I rented this movie recently. I never read the original novel, but I knew of Frank Peretti's works. Honestly, I wasn't expecting anything great, but I must say I was surprised to find the film pretty good. Not earth shattering good, but quite a decent flick. For a low-budget, direct to DVD supernatural thriller, I think it's a step above the usual. Quality wise the acting, direction, and special effects is better than most faith based films like "Left Behind". The mystery element to the plot is what kept me watching. Trying to figure out what's happening is what I think helps drive the story. There is suspense, but it's not really too scary. However, I would recommend parents to watch this film with children under 13. I think the PG-13 rating is quite appropriate for the film's content. In the end, "The Visitation" is overall a good picture. Nothing I would buy, but something worthwhile to rent. Recommended.