The Guest (2014) — Screenplay
A mysterious soldier claiming to be a fallen comrade insinuates himself into a grieving family, but deadly accidents begin to follow his arrival.
- Written by
- Simon Barrett
- Genre
- Horror, Action, Crime
- Length
- 112 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in controlled tension, using the family's domestic routines to amplify the dread of an intruder. Its dialogue and character dynamics keep the audience guessing about the true nature of the visitor, while the pacing builds from subtle unease to sharp bursts of violence.
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