The Estate

About The Estate

The movie "The Estate" is an intense, racy thriller that was released in 2021. It combines intrigue, drama and even a sprinkling of black comedy to present a chilling tale of greed, murder and betrayal. Centering around the tumultuous lives of a billionaire patriarch's spoiled son and new wife, the plot takes a dark turn as they hatch a plan to murder him for his wealth. Their gruesome quest is not undertaken alone; a brutally handsome hitman becomes their partner, and in their psycho-sexual entanglement, they commit one murder after another, motivated by their hunger for wealth and recognition.

Making / Production

The production value of "The Estate" is quite high, with crisp cinematography that brings to life the luxurious and decadent world of the characters. Director and writer James Kapner delivers a compelling narrative around an unconventional topic. His depiction of lust, greed, and murder set against the backdrop of a wealthy family estate is unflinching and intriguingly told.

Actors

• Eric Roberts - The patriarch of the family, his character is under constant threat. Roberts expertly portrays the oblivious billionaire, evoking emotional depth in a character doomed to be a victim.
• Eliza Coupe - Playing the part of the patriarch's new wife, Coupe delivers a stunning portrayal of a woman who is cunning, manipulative, and more than capable of going to any lengths for wealth and recognition.
• Greg Finley - The spoiled son is artfully played by Finley, who fully embodies the entitlement and narcissism required for the role. His on-screen presence is convincingly sinister.
• Heather Matarazzo - As the brutal hitman, Matarazzo breaks stereotypes with a rare female role of this kind. Her chilling portrayal adds to the suspenseful atmosphere of the movie.

Trivia / Interesting Facts about it

• "The Estate" is Eric Roberts's second Thriller movie in 2021.
• The movie's unique combination of psycho-sexual drama with black comedy is a rather unconventional approach for Hollywood thrillers.
• Heather Matarazzo's performance in "The Estate" marks her first role as an action hero, and she spent several months in fight training for the role.

Quotes

• "Death... can be so profitable, can't it?" - Eliza Coupe's character.
• "We trade favors. And I'm collecting." - Heather Matarazzo's character.
• "The trick is to take without being noticed." - Greg Finley's character.

Music, Soundtrack

• The soundtrack of "The Estate" is a carefully curated mix of orchestral music that adds to the tension and drama of the film. Composed by John Frizzell, it's eerie yet perfectly suited to the film's ambiance.
• Popular tracks from the movie include "A Family Affair", "Murderous Intent", and "A Just Reward".