Vacant House Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Vacant House.
Vacant House Ending Explained: A fugitive, an empty house, a rotting corpse. Directed by Jeremy Casper, this 2016 drama film stars Cris Cunningham (Cameron Matthews), alongside Dee Ann Newkirk as Elizabeth Matthews, T. J. Maxwell as Rusty Matthews, Richard Miraan as Rev. Matthews. Rated 3.1/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Vacant House?
A fugitive, an empty house, a rotting corpse. The journey begins. Cameron Matthews, a petty criminal and fugitive from the law, hides from police by taking shelter in an old dilapidated house in the middle of the city. There he discovers the rotting corpse of Bart Giordano, the owner of the house, whose death has gone unnoticed by friends and family for years. Though separated by death, the two men form an unlikely spiritual connection and help each other rebuild broken relationships in their personal lives.
Jeremy Casper's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Cris Cunningham (Cameron Matthews)'s journey. The journey begins.
How Does Cris Cunningham (Cameron Matthews)'s Story End?
- Cris Cunningham: Cris Cunningham's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Dee Ann Newkirk (Elizabeth Matthews): Dee Ann Newkirk's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- T. J. Maxwell (Rusty Matthews): T. J. Maxwell's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Vacant House Mean?
The ending of Vacant House brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Cris Cunningham's story may not satisfy all audiences.