You Should Have Left

Synopsis

In the psychological thriller 'You Should Have Left', a wealthy retired banker played by Kevin Bacon rents a secluded modern house in the Welsh countryside with his actress wife and young daughter. As the family settles in, strange and unsettling occurrences begin to unfold within the house, leading to tensions and secrets coming to light. The house seems to have a mind of its own, playing tricks on the family's perception of reality and blurring the lines between dreams and nightmares. Haunted by his past, the banker struggles to decipher what is real and what is a product of his own guilt and paranoia. 'You Should Have Left' delves into the fragility of the human mind and the horrors that lurk within our own psyche.

Cast

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  Kevin Bacon

  Theo Conroy

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  Amanda Seyfried

  Susanna

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  Avery Tiiu Essex

  Ella

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  Colin Blumenau

  Shopkeeper

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  Lowri Ann Richards

  Welsh Woman

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  Eli Powers

  Susanna's Assistant

Reviews

Critics' reviews for 'You Should Have Left' have been mixed. While some praised Kevin Bacon's performance and the film's atmospheric tension, others found the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 40%, with some critics pointing out the lack of originality in the narrative. IMDb's rating stands at 5.4/10, reflecting a divide among viewers. Metacritic rated the movie at 46/100, indicating a lukewarm reception. Some reviewers described the film as a stylish thriller with a haunting score, while others criticized its lack of depth and reliance on clichés. Overall, 'You Should Have Left' has received a range of opinions, making it a polarizing watch for audiences.