The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976) Reviews
- Starring:
- Jodie Foster, Martin Sheen, (more)
- Director(s):
- Nicolas Gessner
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Category:
- Mystery & Suspense
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5 out of 5 people found this review helpful I love Jodie Foster, she absolutely MADE this movie. I will never look at Martin Sheen the same way that I used to though. His portrayl of a pedophyle (sp?) was far too disturbing (but he did a ... Read More I love Jodie Foster, she absolutely MADE this movie. I will never look at Martin Sheen the same way that I used to though. His portrayl of a pedophyle (sp?) was far too disturbing (but he did a great job)
If you're squeamish to teen sex and nudity (Jodie Foster is briefly yet fully nude for about 30 seconds) there's a few scenes to fast forward, you wont miss anything crucial to the story.
If you like disturbing movies, go for it. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful Jodie Foster really shows us what can do in this original horror thiller that has the same fomula as a stage play. The best thing is how this film constantly teases your suspicions as to where her ... Read More Jodie Foster really shows us what can do in this original horror thiller that has the same fomula as a stage play. The best thing is how this film constantly teases your suspicions as to where her father is, or if he's alive. If you're an animal lover, get keep your finger near the fast-foward button when Martin Sheen picks up Foster's hamster. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful For being a 70's flick, which I think was the best time for creepy films, Jodie Foster only 13 here shows her talents and range to give everyone preview of what good of an actress she would become. ... Read More For being a 70's flick, which I think was the best time for creepy films, Jodie Foster only 13 here shows her talents and range to give everyone preview of what good of an actress she would become. Her friend if anyone remembers was the guy who played in "Bad Ronald" another cool 70s flick. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful This movie has a real "French" feeling to it, especially at the end when the credits roll. I saw this movie a long time ago, when it first came out, and decided to rent it to see it again. I was ... Read More This movie has a real "French" feeling to it, especially at the end when the credits roll. I saw this movie a long time ago, when it first came out, and decided to rent it to see it again. I was not dissapointed after all these years. Jodie Foster is so believable, and Martin Sheen is great as the creep. And you just wanted to get up and slap Alexis Smith's character (Sheen's mother). Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful This movie is somewhat dated, the direction at points is a little uneven, dont expect to be blown away by the parts which dont include foster. Happily Foster is in nearly all of it, which saves it. ... Read More This movie is somewhat dated, the direction at points is a little uneven, dont expect to be blown away by the parts which dont include foster. Happily Foster is in nearly all of it, which saves it. Its pretty unbelievable a child actress has this kind of talent and intelligence, one of the best jobs of its kind. Martin Sheen is appropriately creepy too, although the script and direction leads him a little overboard. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful While this movie's plot is somewhat slower than your typical "thriller," this movie gave me almost as many goosebumps as Foster's later hit, Silence of the Lambs. I can't believe this movie was ... Read More While this movie's plot is somewhat slower than your typical "thriller," this movie gave me almost as many goosebumps as Foster's later hit, Silence of the Lambs. I can't believe this movie was rated PG; with full nudity, a pedophile, and corpses, it's hardly material for kids. A bit melodramatic in parts, but as always, Foster shines, and the actor who plays the pedophile gives a frighteningly-convincing performance. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
4 out of 6 people found this review helpful Jodie Foster has been a great actress her entire life. Just has that gift. It was fun to watch Foster deal with all the plot twists and turns. At this stage in her life, she is becoming an ... Read More Jodie Foster has been a great actress her entire life. Just has that gift. It was fun to watch Foster deal with all the plot twists and turns. At this stage in her life, she is becoming an accomplished actress. She made her improbable role in this flick very enjoyable to watch! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
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