The Invitation (2022) Horror Movie COME WITH ME Reaction Review | Spoiler Free | Spookyastronauts

[@johnnymissesme7464]

A bit silly, but I always love watching the footage of you getting to the theatre. The music, the streets, the traffic... So relaxing and cozy

[@spookyastronauts]

Oh that makes me so happy! Thank you 🥹🥹🥹

[@cuppachar201]

Oh me too! The bit with the indicators noise I found really relaxing haha. Cinema drive asmr 😂

[@bloodhoundreviews4320]

same i really like the come with me videos.

[@CarloisBuriedAlive]

It makes me feel like I have a buddy who frequents the theater and tells me about it lol

[@MadailinBurnhope]

it doesn't help that this has the same title as The Invitation (2015) and that film was GREAT

[@yennefer440]

Ikr that movie is such a gem

[@pattiray8542]

The 2015 movie was awesome, I agree!

[@TheMovieJunkiez]

The original title for this film was The Bride.

[@debbiedowner8365]

There is only one invitation and it’s the 2015 one. I wish they would have changed the title for this new one.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah It was so good! I think I have a review about it, may be one of my firsts!

[@MaryHallberg]

Sounds like one I'll wait to borrow from the library.

[@anthonywaggett9317]

I went into this knowing nothing about it and actually enjoyed it, yes it was cliched in places and the sub-genre was obvious from the early stages of the film right up to the actual reveal due to certain naming details. Trying to make a Gothic Horror film set in modern times is tricky and I felt that setting it amongst the British Aristocracy giving it a period drama feel managed to do this. The Jordan Peele influence was there in the social commentary and while not as intrinsically bound to the story it wasn't overly forced. No it wasn't perfect but it kept me interested and it does set up a possible sequel which could be interesting if they went the obvious route. Plus it had Sean Pertwee as a Butler channelling Alfred from Gotham. Keep up the good work, glad we don't agree on everything.

[@jwillis35]

Very much enjoyed the review. Thank you! I was wondering how they would approach this movie and it sounds like they tried some nice things until perhaps the last half or so. Although I live in the U.S. I grew up loving the Hammer Horror films from the late 50s to the early 70s out of the U.K. I don't watch horror or thriller films as much these days. At my age I prefer more happy films, romantic comedies, docu-series, action and adventure, etc. But I have been waiting for someone to bring back the atmospheric look and feel of the old Hammer films. I had a feeling this film was not going to do too well, but it was great to listen to your review. It helps to know that the film does have some decent moments and that the story does not play out quite the way they make it seem in the trailer.

[@horrrorgasmus]

College senior here. I was planning to watch this film this week at the cinema, but school messes up my horror calendar every time. Thanks for this early review, Emma. Really need to catch up

[@horrrorgasmus]

Also, I might pass this one, but I really need to catch up on the good ones.

[@bloodhoundreviews4320]

i was expecting this movie to suck because i watched the trailer before and for the first 40mins of the film i thought i was completely right about it but then as the film went on it got better but it is still not a great movie but its watchable.

[@shannonTHEcannon_]

I actually really liked the film. Yes there are a couple aspects that are a bit weird such as the usage of Jonathan and Mina Harker as part of the Vampire horror cult lol I loved that she met up with her friend again at the end to exact the perfect revenge for what happened. (Trying not to reveal too many spoilers lol) overall I would give this a 7.5/10. A film doesn't have to be a cinematic masterpiece or out of this world to be fun and enjoyable in my opinion lol anyways I love and appreciate your review and I agree that this is more of a film to watch at home.

[@vaclavantos6811]

SPOILERS AHEAD: Can someone please explain why at the end when Evie stab Water in the hearth he doesnt die but when Victoria and the other blond haired woman got impaled by that stick they died?

[@chantel4405]

Definitely the earliest I've ever been for a video!! Thanks for the review, Emma! :)

[@spookyastronauts]

Welcome! Thank you ✨🥹

[@DunpeilDueliest69]

Hi there, That was a very interesting Video and very informative review, thank you very much, I was thinking about seeing The Invitation but I wasn't to keen on seeing it at the cinema. I shall definitely go take a look at it when it comes out on the streaming services in the future. Thankyou so very much for the video and Have a great day today. 😊 😊

[@priscillaorr6594]

When I was watching the trailer in theatres I was telling my boyfriend THEY GAVE AWAY TOO MUCH, Second what an amazing cast that is just going to complete waste …

[@hellojessicuhh]

Yes! I went in with super low expectations but was mildly satisfied! Will probably never revisit but it was entertaining enough. Nathalie Emmanuel was magnetic to watch on the big screen 💜

[@spookyastronauts]

She’s great!

[@gmork.]

Yea, I'll def be watching this at home. Thanks for the heads up!

[@angeloutofgrace]

I agree about watching horror movies with either no expectations or really low expectations

[@spookyastronauts]

It’s hard sometimes because the hype is so tempting!!!

[@ImmaculateOtter]

@@spookyastronauts **cough** Halloween Kills **cough cough**

[@drax17]

Saw this yesterday. Loved the opening scene. So sad the trailer gives everything away ☹️ loved it visually, but yea total popcorn movie that will easily become a trash indulgence movie 🤣

[@blinddog1212]

Another great video. I love how quiet your cinema is! Do you go to one that's out of the way? Or go during off-peak hours? My wife and I prefer to go to theatres when it's quieter, but we only have one in our city and people flock to it.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah I try to go to quiet sessions if I can. This was an advanced general screening, so people wouldn’t know it’s out early unless they seek it out, most would have thought it was out tomorrow. If that makes sense?

[@ItsAMalkavianThing]

It's basically the vampire segment from Waxwork made into a full lenght movie.

[@paulinitonit]

I wasn't even aware of this film. I see a lot of films at the cinema (I'm UK) and Smile and a new exorcism film (can't remember the title) have been the main trailers recently when I saw Nope and Orphan First Kill, along with Beast which I hope to see at the weekend.

[@Theyrecomingtogetyoubarbara]

The trailer basically screamed ‘don’t bother’ at me 😂. It gave EVERYTHING away so I feel like I’ve already watched it and seen what it has to offer. Thanks for the review, honestly I feel like going to see beast will be a more satisfying experience this weekend! Idris vs 🦁

[@spookyastronauts]

Hope I saved you some time, maybe watch it at home on stream

[@tammyelizabeth5157]

I hate when trailers show the whole gang film. What a waste.

[@biguy617]

The trailer made it obvious it is a vampire movie and she is meant to be the bride. The movie made all the red flags obvious. I am surprised the woman didn’t immediately run before they locked the door.

[@CarloisBuriedAlive]

I’m a horror fanatic, my sister doesn’t like horror but loves romcoms and supernatural love stories, so this seemed like a happy medium for us to watch together. We both hated it lol

[@ElijahisBatman87]

Bummer, I was hoping this would be better than that since they did show so much in the trailer. I've seen films where a trailer does that as a mask and pulls the rug out once you see it. Thanks for the content, Emma!

[@markaitkenguitar]

Thank you for the invitation but I must respectfully decline. That Aussie sky on the drive in! Gorgeous. Were you teleported into the Nope poster?

[@jasonraschen1109]

That’s too bad. I liked Jessica M. Thompson’s previous film “The Light of the Moon” and was looking forward to seeing this one. Oh well. Thanks for the review!

[@stephanieg9089]

Hi Emma! I confess I haven’t watched this video through as I often watch the beginning of the video and if I want to see the movie I come back and watch your review after (although your reviews are always spoiler free I just liked to avoid everything as much as possible before seeing a movie). My question for anyone is that I have not seen the trailer, is this movie worth watching if you have not seen the trailer/do not know the plot? Thanks!

[@spookyastronauts]

It’s better if you haven’t seen the trailer if that’s what you mean?

[@stephanieg9089]

@@spookyastronauts okay good to hear thank you!!

[@Wraiven22]

I wasn’t excited for this just based on the fact that I loved the first The Invitation from years ago so much. To see Nathalie Emmanuel in something good watch Misfits, the first 3 seasons especially. She’s only in an episode but there are TONS of pre-GoT actors in it, and it stars the actor who played Ramsay Bolton.

[@timross5351]

I haven't seen the movie yet, but your description makes a lot of sense. I am told a lot of romance novels deliberately lean into the tropes because they are emotional comfort food. Maybe that's the intent here?

[@MsKassandraKotaku]

I saw this last night and had trouble even talking about it with my housemate today. I wasn't sure if it was that I just don't care at all about that particular "monster" since I think they are dumb...but by the end I was like "Why don't you just go along with it...at least you'll be in a better position in life and you never showed me you cared that strongly (besides contrived ways)." The sub-text wasn't particularly that well done in my opinion....or I've seen it done 1000% better and some of it felt convoluted like they were taking two different aspects (race and class especially) and then got confused about which they wanted to comment on in the moment. But at the end of the day I didn't regret seeing it...but was very glad I got to see it for free with my cinema membership. I will say the main actress did well with what she was given...but she wasn't given much at all.

[@SarahRenniexoxo]

I just finished watching it and was like when is the action going to start, I was waiting for the bit in the trailer but it never happened until over an hour in!

[@weakassfadestan1681]

I actually enjoy the movie. Simple and straight to the point. It was kinda giving a darker twilight lol

[@swriley444]

Dope review!!!

[@brajeshsingh2391]

good review Emma.

[@chanceneck8072]

Is it better than the 2015 Invitation? Because I LOVED that one.

[@mjaflames6102]

I really liked it. I'd give it 7/10 it was silly but really enjoyable

[@Fretfulbanjo]

Let’s talk spooky stuff! 💜

[@anjunatuna]

It's a shame when: 1. Trailers give away the film and you can tell without seeing the film to confirm. 2. Filmmakers recycle movie names, themes, special effects, etc without really introducing anything original. 3. Films like this get a theatrical release when so many other don't but should. fwiw I haven't seen this but I feel like it's def not worth the $15 movie ticket. Thankfully so many (hopeful) gems coming out in the next few weeks!

[@dgf1974]

Just a heads up; The director of the film has stated that the theatrical run uses the 'PG-13' version, and the 'R' rated version of the movie will be available once it hits VOD and streaming. Might deserve a second watch, as she says it will have more gore!

[@spookyastronauts]

It was super gory from what I saw??? Definitely not PG?

[@HouseofHannah]

Wow, I didn't even know this one was coming out ! I checked to see if it was going to be released in my country (France), and I realize why I didn't recongize it. In French it's called Le Bal de l'Enfer, or The Ball of Hell/Hell's Ball. I literally remember nothing about the trailer, but now I'm wondering if even that title is a spoiler. 😬

[@spookyastronauts]

Nope the title isn’t a spoiler don’t worry! It’s a much better title haha!

[@HouseofHannah]

@@spookyastronauts Good to know, thank you !

[@filmfangirls9163]

As a huge Game of Thrones fan I got stoked to see the Nathalie in it. As well as Thomas Doherty! I'm honestly ready for a movie like this. I feel like the horror films lately have been such downers and I'd like some cliches and camp lol

[@mrs.ericalaurenhornmason3825]

Happy Thursday

[@bakednotfried1184]

yay I'm keeping it spooky 👻🤘

[@spookyastronauts]

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@GregHuffman1987]

may i ask: have you ever gone in negative and been very surprised by how great it was? not just better than expected but great

[@indauroleal7953]

I would love to know your opinion about "Squea"l aka "Samuel's travels". If Peter Greenaway and Yorgos Lanthimos had a baby, it would be this film. I know you like dark fairy tales, so I thought you might enjoy this

[@stephonmidgett1644]

Wow!! two of my favorite directors.. you at least have MY interest EXTREMELY piqued !

[@spookyastronauts]

Hmmm I’m looking into this

[@indauroleal7953]

@@spookyastronauts lovely!

[@indauroleal7953]

@@spookyastronauts if you watch it, don't watch the dubbed version!

[@thekuddlykrab1499]

The trailer definitely does worsen the experience. I hadn’t really seen the trailer (I always just go on my phone🤣) and so I was actually very caught off guard by the twist. And I rarely see horror movies with that kind of monster!! I was expecting a creepy cult so I was pleasantly surprised! That being said I thought everything after the twist was cheesy, but the rest of it I actually enjoyed. So if you wanna see it don’t look up the trailer and you may like it more!!

[@stephaniepage4334]

Was evie link to oliver thought a child of oliver first cousins?

[@RavenHouseMystery]

Thanks for the review, Emma. I think I will wait until DVD rental. Giving the ending away in the trailer? Man, who still does that?

[@samuelblachon95130]

DVD rental ? Lol

[@RavenHouseMystery]

@@samuelblachon95130 Yep. That's how we Gen-Xers still roll.😎

[@Ultra-Collector]

I cannot believe you haven’t seen ,or haven’t wanted to watch Game of Thrones! Witches,magic,White Walkers,(which are not Zombies),Dragons,Giants,(the coolest Dragons and giants ever on film),Mad suspense ,love,hate,and deceit! Without giving her character away or any spoilers ,she plays Daenerys Targaryen’s right hand! She’s flippin amazing!

[@spookyastronauts]

I watched the first season, didn’t like it

[@A_YouTube_Commenter]

@@spookyastronauts Get to the third season. It gets much better. The first season just sets up characters.

[@danielsweet858]

Since I won't be able to visit the cinema until next week thanks so much for not containing spoilers Emma Saw the trailer before The Black Phone & it should be a fun vampire movie 🎃

[@spookyastronauts]

Of course!

[@ClassicsTv]

The invitation is okay but do wish that was more horror and way to long but do like main character and her friend and settings and cinematography and want more horror and ending is kind of good. I give a B 👍🏼👍🏼 3.5 ⭐⭐ Stars

[@cnashford2]

I'm until a couple of minutes in & you've drop so many awesome bombs (that you do this so we'll know if something's worth our time, to go in with low or no expectations, etc.). Just wanted to say, "thanks!"

[@woodsro]

This gave me kinda 2000s vibe.... except for the colour grade. But I loved those sets. It was a little bit trashy but quite fun with a group of friends at the cinema 😆

[@TheHorrorMiserMontyG]

My wife and I saw this yesterday and while this isn't the worst horror movie I've seen so far this year, it's definitely boring and 'meh'.

[@kwafflez7079]

"...I'd like to tiptoe back out" 😅 but also 🤔🧠😌

[@pattiray8542]

OMG I hate continuity errors!!!!! 😂 Did you study film, or are you self taught? So knowledgeable! I will wait til streaming for this one for sure.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah I have two degrees in film and tv :) I’m a professional editor, that’s why I always talk about colour grading and edit style

[@pattiray8542]

@@spookyastronauts ❤️

[@juwls83]

Yes. The trailer gave away the whole movie! I wish it wouldn’t have done that. I like the idea of the movie but it is already spoiled if you have seen the trailer.

[@danielengel1295]

I saw it 3 times. Actually enjoyed it...

[@LetsCrashThisParade]

Yeah damn everyone's saying this isn't great, and I don't technically disagree .. but I still kind of loved it haha

[@kidgiven]

I gave this a 1/10. I agreed with the woman behind you. When they are making this kind of movie. Don’t you think they would have stopped and looked around and said to themselves “this is awful”???

[@MsBluheart]

After watching your review I knew I wasn't interested in seeing the movie so I went ahead and watched the trailer. You were so right! The whole film is all right there, no need to bother watching the additional 90 plus minutes! Looks like a terrible stinker to me. Thanks for the honest warning, as I normally no longer watch trailers either.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah it was a bummer they gave away so much

[@georgeheilman885]

This looks like a crappy, tamer version of Ready or Not but with vampires (toothless, you might say). Seems I'm not the only one who feels that way. Thank you for confirming this is not a film to be added to my list.

[@Havocspawn112]

Just subscribed to your channel came to find some obscure foreign horror stuff that I might have missed also some indi goodness. One film that I havent seen you go over that I think is a great horror love story is Lo from 2009 about a man who summons a demon to save his girlfriend def worth checking out! Great Channel got about 16 movies on my list that I have never seen so im stoked cheers!

[@spookyastronauts]

I reviewed it!!! When I first started. Loved it

[@Havocspawn112]

@@spookyastronauts awesome such a great film.

[@docdave63]

“Yuck anyone’s yum”. That is the greatest!!! 😂😂😂😂 I’m going to steal that, if I may. My wife asked me is I was going to the cinema to see this. After your review, I guess I’ll let her know I’ll be waiting for streaming. Thank you 👍😄 I think that actress was Missandei (sp?) from G. O. T. She was very good in that.

[@robbiekoziol3144]

also mike flangian is going to do fall of the house of usher for netflix!

[@AW-hn6ro]

I haven’t watched the trailer, should I still see the movie?

[@spookyastronauts]

Up to you, I don’t think it’s great 😔 I mean the whole video kind of gives you an idea if you would like the style etc

[@louisianaboyjames2660]

So Walter, Viktoria, Oliver, Fields, and their lackeys including the old couple were evil.

[@Talldiva4528]

I was excited to see Nathalie Emmanuel from Game of Thrones in trailer but also disappointed as the movie gave me heavy cliche/simplistic vibes and she is a great actress. Her talent shouldn't be blunted. Hope the movie is decent...

[@Olivia-lj7qn]

I love Nathalie Emmanuel, but I'm gonna have to wait for this one to come to streaming.

[@adventuresinfitnessland5066]

Biggest surprise of the video for me…you didn’t watch GOT 😄 Thanks for the review Emma!

[@blueoblivionx]

I had the exact same feeling about the trailer. I love vampires and I have no interest in this one at all lol just looks sooo cliche.

[@Danguardace17]

I saw the film knowing nothing about it , and was surprised I how I enjoyed until the last 10 minutes where it falls apart a little. Very cool visuals,some good jump scares and solid casting.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be… I wish it had ended better

[@JoeChillton]

I saw it on a whim and with another person in the theater we were both laughing at it with it's cliché romantic dialogue and references, the reveal happened and it got worse/yet funnier especially the effects. Mixed bag, go in with some beers.

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha totally agree Joseph

[@RodneyAllanPoe]

I saw it on Sunday and totally agree with you. 5/10 Weet-Bix for me. 👍

[@EerieAndShadows]

The talk is that it's the same story like READY OR NOT. Is it??

[@spookyastronauts]

Not at all. I don’t know why people keep saying that. They share one thing but they aren’t even the same subgenre. Also ready or not is a comedy horror

[@chaseportugal5428]

Yes I plan on seeing it later today. Big fan of the actress. I have a feeling it'll be a solid 6 for me. I'm fine with a lot of the aspects you described so I think it'll be a bit more enjoyable for me.

[@spookyastronauts]

Hope you like it!

[@chaseportugal5428]

@@spookyastronauts thank you, I did enjoy it. Certainly not the best but as expected it was a 6 for me.

[@cavafrick]

I always go to horror movies w really low expectations, even though it's my favorite genre. It can only pleasantly surprise!

[@spookyastronauts]

Great method!

[@federicomiyagi8366]

I hate how lazy filmmakers can be this days with titles. the lack of originality on the titles gives me a lack of hope to even watch them. many movies that they just copy the title of better movies.

[@ActionJackson1982]

Im gonna see it anyway, I haven’t actually seen the trailer.

[@HellKnight20]

I call movies like this “fold the washing” movies

[@RipleyE-we1hj]

Fact that the embargo hasn't lifted yet, it's already a red flag. Also, I agree the trailer gave away the entire plot of the movie lol I'm looking forward to "Don't Worry Darling" though

[@spookyastronauts]

How would the embargo not lifted ? That’s crazy! I saw a general screening?

[@RipleyE-we1hj]

@@spookyastronauts I just checked Rotten Tomatoes and there are only 3 reviews so far and imdb only has 4, including yours. 😳😅

[@spookyastronauts]

IMDb has mine? Or rotten tomatoes?

[@RipleyE-we1hj]

@@spookyastronauts Imdb 😁

[@spookyastronauts]

i didnt leave a review there?

[@TheMovieJunkiez]

I attended a test screening for this and it was so bad I wanted to leave the cinema, but that’s unprofessional. I thought the fact it was a vampire film was actually going to be a big reveal when I saw it but that was thrown out the window when the trailer was released. It’s just not spooky or suspenseful in any way.

[@ICONICPARIS]

I'm supposed to see it tonight

[@glennhay5628]

i didn't really want to see this but my friend paid and i still wanted my money back. PG13 is still pretty much a joke in my opinion. i agree with you about going in with low expectations, but I hate doing that.

[@A_YouTube_Commenter]

I saw Get Out, Ready or Not and bits of others in it. It's okay, not awful but not original either.

[@773AREACODE]

So far I’m gonna stop from here, NO SPOILERS OF ANY SORT.

[@Luvandrockettes]

Nathalie Emmanuel is so beautiful!!! i hope she gets better movies to do, i loved her in army of the thieves

[@spookyastronauts]

She’s amazing

[@calilove5758]

Ok so I just watched the movie at the theater......I thought it was really really good. Do not watch any trailers or spoilers. It was really good

[@spookyastronauts]

Oh I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@jasminekt5204]

thank u for this review! i might pass on watching this film until it comes out on streaming services or something

[@thesoulcourtesan]

It was giving Meghan Markle goes to Crimson Peak. It was a good Popcorn flick & the Leads are very attractive. I give it ⭐⭐⭐1/2.

[@eazzii_m5408]

Don't watch the whole trailer of any movie. I recommend watching the first 15 to 30 seconds of a trailer. That's it.

[@Altian00]

what is "yuk'ing someones yum"? explain

[@spookyastronauts]

Kink shaming

[@biguy617]

I liked the movie but I wouldn’t want to watch it more than once.

[@horrorableshow]

I knowwww, romance horror is a bit tough for me hahaha, great video Emma! And it’s ok to have a negative vibe! I know I don’t have to tell you that but been feeling that way myself with a bunch of movies 😂lately

[@spookyastronauts]

😂😂

[@rightcheer5096]

“The Hen-vitation.” See? Changed the title, and it jumped a star-and-a-half to 5 out of 10.

[@spookyastronauts]

🤣

[@biguy617]

I give it a C- It wasn’t that bad.

[@maddygalloway4119]

I'm disappointed, it doesn't really sound like my thing. I'll probably still see it to support my local theater

[@spookyastronauts]

That’s nice to hear

[@aidacelicaguilar7927]

the fact that you thought it was erotic/romance gothic makes me want to watch this movie so so bad

[@spookyastronauts]

🤣🤣🤣

[@tammyelizabeth5157]

Earwig is the worst film I have watched thus far this year. It delivered nothing, the premise meant nothing. The storyline went nowhere. I felt like 2+hours had been stolen from me.

[@kingdarko]

50 shades of claret ...

[@petersinnott2114]

I enjoyed this film saw no trailer its worth watch

[@bastalam]

Just watched it. It did start good but god that end was just so idiotic. I don’t get why they dropped the ball so bad.