The Best Offer

Audience emotional responses are heavily driven by the film's core mystery, leading to high Curiosity and Anticipation as Virgil unravels Claire's reclusive nature and the secrets of her inheritance. The dramatic unfolding of Virgil's personal journey and his growing affection for Claire evokes significant Empathy and a sense of Hope, which later gives way to profound Sadness and Melancholy as the true nature of the 'crime' is revealed. The shocking twist elicits strong Surprise, followed by Anxiety, Anger, and a Disturbing realization of betrayal and deception, leaving viewers with a lingering sense of Confusion and a poignant understanding of Virgil's ultimate isolation.