The Return

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Farah R. @Farah Jun 23, 2026 A good story and great actors sink under the weight of lousy execution. The Return revolves around an intriguing mystery that reminded me of What Lies Beneath. Sadly, it didn’t get the same production quality, so it’s mostly slow and boring. See more G L. @RT09869090 Apr 12, 2026 Only worth watching if you're a Sarah Michelle Gellar fan. See more Darragh H @RT19827700 May 26, 2025 Saw this when it was first released. Enjoyable well acted thriller. See more Justin T @RT08580778 Jun 10, 2023 The first part of this movie is moody and sparse on dialogue. Very little seems to be happy but I didn't care too much as it looked fantastic. The colours look subdued and gorgeous. The camera moves and shot choices are all stunning. The problem is that there isn't any story and not a lot of atmosphere. One bit made me jump but for the rest of the time I was unmoved. If you are looking for a similar outing to The Grudge (2004), like I was, then you will be a bit disappointed. Beautiful cinematography and palate cannot totally excuse a lack of content. See more Apr 20, 2020 There's some interesting mood and visuals going on here, but what a mess! A confusing poopy mess. See more Oct 3, 2018 The Return touched me deeply and only a Russian can make such a poignant tale about relationships that everyone regardless of their background will relate to. Story here is about two brothers who are suddenly confronted by their father who had been absent in their lives since their birth. He takes them on an excursion into the wilderness and tries to teach them the ways of life the way he sees right. I was horrified to learn that the boy who played the elder son died in real life soon after the film was done with production. It makes this film more poignant. Please see this film if you get an opportunity.(Touching film from Russia). See more Read all reviews

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