Review of The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976) by Anuczka P — 26 Feb 2009
A stunning film in all respects. The best thing about this movie is the pacing. There is nothing in this film that could be described as "filler". Every shot has a purpose and every shot is used to full effect.
It's similar to another forgotten classic, Magic, in it's tone. It isn't quite horror, nor exactly a thriller and some moments just don't fit in a drama category. All this adds to a chilling tale of adolescence.
From the very first scene we are introduced to Foster's incredibly adult performance and Sheen's disturbingly outgoing and sinister character. The film hints strongly at the answers to the mystery but doesn't come straight out and tell us.
It makes us wait. Sheen and Foster give arguably their greatest performances and it's a film where nobody tries to out act each other or steal the show. The score is beautifully crafted, being both classical and shoving in some 70's synth sounds.
No doubt The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane will haunt you for some time. This is a film that more and more people need to see.
This review of The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976) was written by Anuczka P on 26 Feb 2009.
The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane has generally received positive reviews.
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