The Last House on the Left

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A reimagination of one of the most notorious horror films of all time that follows two ordinary people who go to increasingly gruesome lengths to get revenge.
  • Starring: Garret Dillahunt, Michael Bowen
  • Directed by: Dennis Iliadis
  • Runtime: 1 hour 51 minutes
  • Release year: 2009
  • Studio: NBC Universal
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Synopsis: A reimagination of one of the most notorious horror films of all time that follows two ordinary people who go to increasingly gruesome lengths to get revenge.
Starring: Garret Dillahunt, Michael Bowen
Supporting actors: Joshua Cox, Riki Lindhome, Aaron Paul, Sara Paxton, Monica Potter, Tony Goldwyn, Martha MacIsaac, Spencer Treat Clark, Usha Khan
Directed by: Dennis Iliadis
Genre: Drama, Horror, Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 51 minutes
Release year: 2009
Studio: NBC Universal
MPAA Rating: Rated R for sadistic brutal violence including a rape and disturbing images, language, nudity and some drug use
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The Last House on the Left DVD ~ Garret Dillahunt

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  • US Theatrical Release Date: March 13, 2009
  • MPAA: Rated R for sadistic brutal violence including a rape and disturbing images, language, nudity and some drug use
  • Production Company: Rogue Pictures, Scion Films, Film Afrika Worldwide, Midnight Entertainment
  • Filming Locations: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa | Helderberg Nature Preserve, Western Cape, South Africa
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90 of 101 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Wes Craven's The Last House on the Left was released in 1972 and I heard from many people who were old enough to see it when it first came out (like my dad) that it was the most shocking thing anyone had ever seen. To this day the original is still a raw and often disgusting piece of cinema, so being that in 2009 films can push the envelope even more, I didn't know how far this thing would go.

It's shocking, brutal and gross, but it didn't just go the buckets of blood route. Yes, there is some gore, but compared to films like Hostel and SAW this is quite tame. What does get under your skin is the rape scene. I read that some people witnessed others leave the theater at this point and they never came back. I guess they didn't see the original or read up on what they paid to see before plopping in their seat. It shows little skin compared to the 1972 version, but it's a long scene that is painful to watch.

The cast is quite good, though most are actors whose names you won't know. The father, played by Tony Goldwyn, and the leader of the killers, played by Garrett Dillahunt were the standouts.

For a film as gritty as this one, the cinematography is polished and takes away a little bit of the raw power that the original had. I actually don't think Wes Craven's 1972 flick holds up well today and thought this remake was better.

Make sure you are in the right frame of mind before seeing this one. By that I mean, don't watch The Last House on the Left and expect to be in a good mood when you leave. While it's a pleasure to see the parents take out the villains one by one to avenge their daughter, you will leave the theater looking for the bright sun to make you feel clean again. Too bad it was raining when I got out. Don't worry, I think I'll be okay.
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35 of 44 people found the following review helpful
best re make in years June 23, 2009
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Watched this picture a few days ago and it is simply facinating in the mood it creates.The original was in all fairness brilliant for it's time but a re make for the new generation was long overdue and boy did they get it right.The rape scene is extremely tough to stomach and the gore factor is certainly not easy on the eyes but the revenge driven parents are a joy to watch for fans of this genre.Very satisfying ending.For the few out there who have not seen the original i would reccommend watching this version and please keep an open mind.To summarize...this picture can be extremely disturbing from time to time but the end result makes the ride worthwhile.Keep a special place in your mind for this style of horror/thriller as it won't leave you easily.Definitely one for the books.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is a remake of the Wes Craven's low budget 1972 cult favorite of the same name. I saw the original, and despite its low budget values, replete with grainy film images and bad acting, it was one of the most horrifying and brutal films that I had ever seen. Of course, the reality is that the crimes that were perpetrated in that film were just that, and, consequently, it remains one of the most frightening and shocking films to date. It was truly chilling. When I saw that there had been a remake, I would curious to see how it would compare. I would have to say that in the shock and awe department, the original still holds sway. Still, the remake is an excellent film and, though brutal, somehow less frightening.

The storyline is every parent's worse nightmare. A teenager, Mari Collingwood, goes with her parents to their rural country house. She takes the family car to meet a friend in town. Unbeknownst to them, an escaped killer named Krug is on the loose with his rescuers. Mari and her friend hook up with a creepy but cute guy with whom they end up smoking weed with in his motel room. Then his father, his crazy girl-friend, and his uncle show up, and all hell breaks loose. They are none other than the escaped killer and his rescuers. Clearly, they are not going to let these two girls walk away. What happens next will chill the viewer.

This gritty and raw film has excellent production values, good cinematography, and the cast is a definite an improvement over that in the original. The controversial rape scene is brutal but probably mirrors the reality of such a crime, and the reality of it ain't pretty. Garret Dillahunt is definitely a standout as the ruthless escaped killer. Likewise Tony Goldwyn, Monica Potter, and Sarah Paxton are also excellent as the beleaguered Collingwood family. Overall, it is a remake that stands up well to the original, as well as on its own merits. Although the film is very similar to the original, there are some differences, though in the long run, these differences do not really make or break this film of a family fighting to survive under circumstances most of us would prefer not to think about. Word to the wise: this film is definitely not for the squeamish or faint of heart.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wow...that's all that comes to mind
Starts out kind of slow but once it picks up it REALLY picks up. Probably not for the squemish. The turns of events throughout this movie are amazing and well show what parents... Read more
Published 12 days ago by alliesgirl
Great movie, horrible video quality for a Blu-Ray
My review is primarily because of the quality of this video. The movie itself is a great movie and its ashame they did such a poor job tranferring it to Blu-Ray. Read more
Published 1 month ago by B. Chartier
Buena pelicula
Llego en excelente estado, no tiene defecto alguno, las especificaciones son las que publico el vendedor, la pelicula no presente ningun error o alteracion.
Published 1 month ago by Héctor Vega
This movie is awesome!
The directing in this movie is amazing! Its very scary! Its filled with tons of blood! Trust me, you will enjoy it!
Published 1 month ago by Matthew Frisch
The best version of The Last House On The Left ever made.
This is alot better than the original last house on the left because it has a more serious and way more scarier tone then what the original did and the music in this version is... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jeremy
SCARY
Not for young children! This a good plot, but a very scary movie...some sexuality, language, suspense, a little gore. An outright creepy movie. Read more
Published 3 months ago by rach
Not that good
The main reason I watched this movie was because Aaron Paul was in it. If you dont know, Paul is the co-star of what is undeniabley the best tv show in the history of television. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Carlito
Stranger Danger
"The Last House on the Left" is a movie that I have watched over four times because it is just that good. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Caprice L. Williams
DENNIS ILIADIS, OPUS 2
Above average slasher movie. Well photographed with convincing actors. What I didn't like at all, it's the point of view of the director which is borderline voyeuristic in the rape... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Daniel S.
the last house on the left
this movie was sent soon after i ordered it, is in very good shape,the movie played without a problem ,no scratches snd looked like a new .
Published 6 months ago by marilyn barnes
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