The Girl Next Door (2007) movie poster

The Girl Next Door (2007)

"In this town, murder became the neighborhood game."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 67%, MC: 29) 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
Gregory Wilson
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (767 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
67%
Metacritic
29
Cast
Blythe Auffarth as Meg Loughlin
Daniel Manche as David Moran
Michael Zegen as Eddie
Grant Show as Mr. Moran
Graham Patrick Martin as Willie Chandler Jr.
William Atherton as Adult David Moran
Blanche Baker as Ruth Chandler
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 767 votes. Critics scored it lower at 48%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
In a quiet suburban town in the summer of 1958, two recently orphaned sisters are placed in the care of their mentally unstable Aunt Ruth. But Ruth's depraved sense of discipline will soon lead to unspeakable acts of abuse and torture that involve her young sons, the neighborhood children, and one 12-year-old boy whose life will be changed forever. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for The Girl Next Door was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of The Girl Next Door, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Girl Next Door is a 2007 thriller, crime, drama film directed by Gregory Wilson. In a quiet suburban town in the summer of 1958, two recently orphaned sisters are placed in the care of their mentally unstable Aunt Ruth. But Ruth's depraved sense of discipline will soon lead to unspeakable acts of abuse and torture that involve her young sons, the neighborhood children, and one 12-year-old boy whose life will be changed forever.

The film has been rated by 767 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, The Girl Next Door 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.

The Girl Next Door (2007) 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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