The Last House on the Left

I caught a movie at the local cinema today.

It’s a grueling, incredibly violent experience. However, I can't deny that the craftsmanship is top-tier. Even considering how much of a slump this year has been for cinema so far, I’d still rank this among the best films we've seen lately.

This movie lands squarely in the horror genre, primarily due to its grim subject matter and several intense sequences of violence. To be honest, I went in expecting a standard thriller, so the sheer brutality of certain scenes caught me completely off guard. Some viewers might walk in expecting nothing but non-stop gore and mindless carnage, but that isn't quite how this plays out; however, make no mistake, there are definitely some extremely violent moments that you won't soon forget.

It is certainly pleasant to see Emma Roberts back on screen. Following her roles in films like Aquamarine and Sydney White—which, if I'm being honest, left much to be desired—it is encouraging to see her take on a more substantial role in this production. That being said, I still find her acting performances to be somewhat underwhelming.

What I found most disappointing was Monica Potter. There was a distinct lack of spirit and raw emotion in her performance; her acting felt somewhat flat and lifeless. That being said, one could argue that such a hollow approach might actually align with the specific nature of the character she was portraying.

rapidorca6 said:Nobody, haha.

It actually can't happen, but honestly, the biggest issue is you could just jam a stick in those little cracks where the door seals to "trick" the microwave into thinking it's shut. I'm just dying to know if the guy is paralyzed from the radiation or what... 🤷

I find it hard to believe he was paralyzed by radiation. Is that even physically possible?
I suspect he might have been given some kind of injection to induce paralysis, or something along those lines...

I practically have to seal my microwave shut at home just to get it to turn on😁.

I’ve gotta say, I’m totally with all the positive vibes I’m seeing here—this movie is easily one of the best things I've seen in a while. Honestly, catching it on the big screen was such a treat; the cinematography was just stunning...

Hmm, how graphic does it get? :/ I'm interested in psychological thrillers, but I'm not really in the mood for mindless gore or mutilation right now.

This movie isn't some mindless gorefest like Saw, where the whole point is just watching people get tortured for shock value. It actually has a real plot—though there’s plenty of killing, I will say—and the violence is depicted with this really intense, gritty realism that gets pretty detailed if you're looking for it. 😁

Does anyone happen to know where I might be able to pick one up?????

That movie was a total disaster.

Pretty good movie, I dig it 😉

It’s pretty brutal, but honestly? It’s really good.

The original was honestly a total disaster, but this year's remake? It’s a genuinely top-tier horror flick. 👍

I’ve already sat through it three times—it’s easily one of the best remakes I've seen in years.

If you’re actually into horror, do yourself a favor and watch it. You'll definitely dig it! 👍

I’d personally put this in the thriller category🙂

But either way, it’s an incredible movie. Seriously, top-tier stuff. 🙏

Honestly, it’s one of the best I’ve seen in a while.

Solid movie, but man, that last scene with the microwave? Total letdown. Just felt kind of weak to me.

Such an awesome movie!

Maria James94 said:I don't know about you guys, but I actually really liked this one. It doesn't even feel like a straight-up horror flick; it’s more of a thriller, maybe even a psychological one. If that's your vibe, you're going to have a good time.

When I first saw the title, I totally pegged it as some cheesy romantic comedy, so I didn't even give it a second thought and skipped right over it. But then I caught the trailer on TV the other night and realized, "Wait, this is exactly my kind of movie." 😁

It’s a full-blown thriller, and honestly, I can say it's one of the better ones I've seen lately. There isn't a ton of heavy action, but the psychological tension is everywhere—it really makes you sit there wondering, "What would I even do if I were in that spot?"

I was actually really happy with how everything played out, especially that final scene. I’d definitely recommend it to fans of the genre, though fair warning: it might not be for everyone. There’s one specific scene that is just... intense. It left me completely speechless.

Which scene are you talking about?
As for that ending, I have to agree with Richard Gray4; not only does it feel totally unnecessary, but it's also pretty hard to believe. It doesn't add anything to the story at all, and to me, it just felt like they were trying too hard to be edgy.

That final scene was such a mess—totally unnecessary. There was also this one part that really rubbed me the wrong way, where the guy is stumbling around the kitchen with a knife in his chest and feels the need to lean his head over the sink—I guess he was trying to wash up or something 🙄—and then they just "take advantage" of the moment and drown him in the sink 🤮

6/10

It’s not a bad flick, but I wouldn't call it anything groundbreaking. Just as a heads-up if you haven't seen it: there's this part where the guy ends up paralyzed because the doctor—who happens to be the girl's dad—basically carves him up so he can't move anymore. It definitely leans into those brutal, visceral scenes...🙂Still, it’s worth a watch if you're in the mood. My rating: 8/10.

The movie is solid and the plot works, but some scenes are just too brutal—like the rape scene—so it definitely isn't for everyone.

Absolutely brutal movie, but man, it was actually gripping and super interesting... 🙂

Brandon Lopez5 said:That final scene was such a mess—totally unnecessary. There was also this one part that really rubbed me the wrong way, where the guy is stumbling around the kitchen with a knife in his chest and feels the need to lean his head over the sink—I guess he was trying to wash up or something 🙄—and then they just "take advantage" of the moment and drown him in the sink 🤮

6/10

Oh, and another thing. Honestly, how someone can stay that active with a knife in their chest? It felt pretty unrealistic to me.

HANDS DOWN THE BEST MOVIE OF 2009!!!