Lakeview Terrace (2008) movie poster

Lakeview Terrace (2008)

"What Could Be Safer Than Living Next to a Cop?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 44%, MC: 47) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (1,136 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
44%
Metacritic
47
Cast
Samuel L. Jackson as Abel Turner
Patrick Wilson as Chris Mattson
Kerry Washington as Lisa Mattson
Ron Glass as Harold Perreau
Justin Chambers as Donnie Eaton
Jay Hernandez as Javier Villareal
Regine Nehy as Celia Turner
Jaishon Fisher as Marcus Turner
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,136 votes. Critics scored it lower at 46%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A young interracial couple has just moved into their California dream home when they become the target of their next-door neighbor, who disapproves of their relationship. A tightly wound LAPD officer has appointed himself the watchdog of the neighborhood. His nightly foot patrols and overly watchful eyes bring comfort to some, but he becomes increasingly aggressive to the newlyweds. These persistent intrusions into their lives cause the couple to fight back. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Lakeview Terrace was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Samuel L. Jackson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Lakeview Terrace was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Lakeview Terrace is a 2008 drama, crime, thriller film directed by Neil LaBute. A young interracial couple has just moved into their California dream home when they become the target of their next-door neighbor, who disapproves of their relationship. A tightly wound LAPD officer has appointed himself the watchdog of the neighborhood.

His nightly foot patrols and overly watchful eyes bring comfort to some, but he becomes increasingly aggressive to the newlyweds. These persistent intrusions into their lives cause the couple to fight back. The film has been rated by 1,136 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Lakeview Terrace delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Lakeview Terrace (2008) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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