Inheritance

Silly, but not in a good way. Unlikeable characters; poor dubbing in which the English words don't always make sense. I know it's supposed to be played for laughs, but how stupid is it at the beginning when family members are racing each other to get to the house, and even though they're about 1/2 mile apart they're driving on the wrong side of the street and swerving from side-to-side with no other car in sight?

I guess it's a mystery but not very compelling. Family interaction, in which you can't decide which family member you hate the most; I watched it while reading a book. At least the book was good.

A rich inventor and ex game show host has died and the family are invited to his mansion to hear his will. However to get hold of all his patents, those present must play a series of elaborate games if they are to win anything.

In many ways like 'Clue' sans the subtlety. Each family member is eccentric, with issues and talks very fast often nonsensically and the whole thing, dotted as it is with some fun moments is far to frantic. The twists and turns, bar a neat little feller right at the end, fall rather flat and keeping track of the barmy mystery is itself quite an ordeal. One or two enjoyable bits, it's nice to look at with some fun sets, but overall it's performed as if it were a pantomime and overall is really too fraught to take in.

We started watching this and during the beginning of the film, we had reservations about continuing, or just watching something else. It was just cheap comedy and maybe the acting wasn't very good, though, not sure how much of the dubbing had a part of it. We pressed on and it did in fact get better! The movie was generally a generic film, but it did have a couple unique things to it, and with the whole premise as a whole, it had amazing potential to be a classic with sequels in the making. I think it just fell a little shirt with a deeper story, characters, lore, and production. All in all, it could be much better, and I'm sad it's not cause there's a great base layer there, but as far as something to watch, it provided some decent entertainment!

This movie gets a bad wrap but I actually enjoyed it quite a lot. I thought it was very creative, and innovative to combine mystery with comedy, and I laughed at the absurd of every situation. I like the exaggerated style of the characters. The plot is quite unpredictable, and that's precisely why it makes it so interesting for me. I also like the message the uncle was trying to teach the family, of the importance of family union rather than money. It is fun if you want to watch something light hearted, where you don't feel you are losing neurons while you watch it (what happens with some more famous American comedies). I had a good time.

"Inheritance," directed by Sylwester Jakimow and now streaming on Netflix, attempts to blend the intrigue of a murder mystery with the quirks of a dark family comedy. Despite its ambitious premise, the film falls short in delivering a compelling narrative. The story revolves around the eccentric Fortuna family, who gather at their wealthy uncle Wladyslaw's mansion for the reading of his will, only to discover he has faked his death to bring them together. The real chaos begins when Wladyslaw is actually murdered, setting off a whodunnit mystery.

While "Inheritance" shows potential with its initial setup and ensemble cast, it quickly becomes mired in predictability. The film adheres closely to the standard tropes of the genre without offering any fresh twists or surprises. The characters, though quirky, lack depth, making it difficult for the audience to invest in their individual stories or the overarching plot. The humor, which shifts from dry to slapstick, is uneven and often falls flat.

The film's execution fails to capitalize on its unique elements, such as the game show-themed tasks designed by Wladyslaw to promote family bonding. Instead of adding layers to the narrative, these elements feel like missed opportunities, contributing little to character development or plot progression. The investigation into the murder, which should be the film's focal point, is lackluster and secondary to the forced comedic moments and repetitive emphasis on family reconciliation.

Despite some positive aspects, such as the strong set design and occasional humorous scenes, "Inheritance" ultimately does not deliver a satisfying experience. Its predictable storyline and lack of character depth result in a film that is more tedious than engaging. For these reasons, "Inheritance" earns a score of 4 out 10.