"Thanksgiving" is a horror film directed by Eli Roth, inspired by a fake trailer originally created for the Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez film "Grindhouse." Set in the peaceful town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, the movie unfolds during the Thanksgiving holiday, a time when residents are typically busy with festive preparations and family gatherings. However, the holiday spirit is abruptly shattered when a mysterious killer begins targeting the townspeople, turning what should be a time of gratitude and togetherness into a horrific fight for survival. As the body count rises, the town's dark past is unearthed, and secrets long buried threaten to surface. The townsfolk must band together to uncover the identity of the killer and stop the carnage before they all become victims. The film blends elements of suspense and terror, characteristic of Roth's style, with the traditional themes of Thanksgiving, creating a unique and chilling addition to the holiday horror sub-genre.
Characters
Patrick Dempsey plays Griffin, a father navigating family dynamics and personal growth during a Thanksgiving gathering.
Ty Olsson plays Will, a man who must protect his family from a home invasion during Thanksgiving.
Gina Gershon plays Barbara, a mother whose family faces terror from a killer targeting their Thanksgiving celebration.
Ending Explained
As of my last update in January 2023, Eli Roth's film "Thanksgiving" has not been released, and therefore, a detailed summary of its ending and conclusion is not available. Eli Roth, known for his horror genre contributions, initially teased the concept of "Thanksgiving" in the form of a fake trailer that was part of the 2007 film "Grindhouse," a collaborative project with Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez. The trailer for "Thanksgiving" presented a parody of holiday-themed slasher films, where a killer returns to his hometown to commit gruesome murders during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Given that the full-length feature of "Thanksgiving" had not been released as of early 2023, any detailed summary of its conclusion remains speculative. If the film follows the tone and style suggested by the trailer, it likely concludes with intense, graphic horror scenes typical of Roth's style, potentially involving the resolution of the killer's rampage in a dramatic or unexpected twist. However, specific details about the ending cannot be provided until the film is officially released and available for review.
