In its quiet way, The Visit is a testament to the tenacity of the family, particularly the African American family.
50
Christian Science MonitorDavid Sterritt
Christian Science MonitorDavid Sterritt
The film's touches of unconventional style interfere with its emotional effectiveness at times.
50
Village Voice
Village Voice
The last scenes contain so many moral and spiritual turnarounds that Alex (Harper) -- and the film -- are all but buried in the uplift. Harper, in a fierce, nuanced performance, deserves better.
Unfortunately, the actors seem overqualified for their parts, delivering earnest monologues that come across as clumsy transplants from the proscenium stage.