10 Overlooked But Awesome Movies You Can Watch On Netflix Right Now

2. The Invitation

Netflix Daybreakers
Gamechanger Films

The Invitation is a fine example of why you should completely avoid trailers, blurbs and other promotional material where possible. It's an incredibly slow burn that pays off big-time come the third act, and this sudden turn of pace is one that'll feel more shocking the less you know about it.

A lot of films have twists, but a lot of films don't tie their twists directly to the beliefs of the characters themselves, to the film's themes or to the emotional crux of the story. In a sense, The Invitation becomes almost unwatchable once you know the truth, the tension scaling to such a ridiculous degree that the twist becomes essential to the enjoyment of the movie.

Unfortunately, this means the film possesses little to no re-watch value, but that doesn't distinguish its merits. It's a solid thriller that should please fans of horror, suspense and drama alike, with great performances from its B-list cast (you may recognise Logan-Marshall Green from Prometheus) and smart use of a single environment. Just make sure you go in cold!

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