The Invitation (2003): Cast & Plot
The Invitation is a 2003 drama thriller directed by Pat Bermel, starring Lance Henriksen as Roland Levy, Fulvio Cecere and Fred Henderson. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Pat Bermel
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Stage 18 Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Invitation About?
The premise of The Invitation without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
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The Invitation Cast & Characters
Lance Henriksen leads the cast as Roland Levy, with Fulvio Cecere as Correlli and Fred Henderson as Calley. Directed by Pat Bermel; 24 actors are credited in all.
- Director Pat Bermel
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Lance Henriksen as Roland Levy - Fulvio Cecere as Correlli
- Fred Henderson as Calley
- Sarah-Jane Redmond as Maria Gellman
Also Starring in The Invitation
· 20 more- Stefanie von Pfetten Anne Prescott
- Rekha Sharma Wife
- Christopher Shyer Joel Gellman
- Douglas O'Keeffe Michael Harris
- Stellina Rusich Liza Harris
- Matthew Robert Kelly Husband
- Bob Dawson Senior Partner
- Michael Leisen Manola
- Mikka Dargel Anne's Sister
- Wanda Wilkinson Patient
- David Livingstone John Leveque
- Lideo Baldeon Jesus
- William M. Gregory Joel's Father
- Peter Fletcher English Traveller
- Violetta Dobrozdravich Woman in Law Firm
- Sandy McKechnie John's Sister
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The Invitation Plot Summary
What happens in The Invitation from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this intriguing film that spans a century, the story begins in an old, eerie mansion where a woman named Virag Barany portraying Emmaline Alexander, is haunted by her past. She confides in her loyal butler as she wrestles with her inner demons, eventually breaking free from her room, her resolve hardened by despair. In a dramatic turn, she ties a rope around her neck, uses a statue as a weight, and declares that she will put an end to her torment. Her tragic act culminates in her hanging herself, setting a dark tone for the story that unfolds across generations.
Full summary
The whole story of The Invitation, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know The Invitation?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in The Invitation
1 car on screen: the International Harvester S-Series.
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International Harvester S-Series
The Invitation Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Πέπλο Θανάτου” and “По ту сторону смерти”.
- Also known as
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- Πέπλο Θανάτου
- По ту сторону смерти
- 罪恶聚会
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The Invitation FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Invitation, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Invitation?
The Invitation runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was The Invitation released?
The Invitation was released on December 4, 2003.
Who directed The Invitation?
The Invitation was directed by Pat Bermel.
More films by Pat Bermel Who is in the cast of The Invitation?
The Invitation stars Lance Henriksen as Roland Levy, Fulvio Cecere as Correlli and Fred Henderson as Calley, among 24 credited actors.
Does The Invitation have a post-credit scene?
No. The Invitation has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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