The Visitor is a quiet, deeply moving portrait of a solitary life finding its rhythm again. Walter, a widowed economics professor who is merely going through the motions of existence, has his world upside down when he finds an undocumented young couple living in his Manhattan apartment. Thomas McCarthy writes with a restraint that never leans into melodrama, making the film's silent, burning protest against the cold bureaucracy of the immigration detention system feel all the more devastating (which is relevant even to this day). Richard Jenkins was nominated for Best Actor at the Oscars for his subtle but incredible performance. Verdict: Highly recommended