Stranger in My House
Stranger in My House

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Stranger in My House

1999
Movie
94 min
English

A middle-aged woman takes on a young female tenant to help pay her debts, but gets a lot more than she bargains for when the girl starts to act very strangely indeed . . .

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Alan M. PalosGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a house from her estranged father, only to discover it harbors dark secrets and a malevolent presence. As she tries to uncover the truth about her family's past, she finds herself targeted by a supernatural force that seems determined to keep her from escaping the house's clutches.

Critical Reception

Stranger in My House is a direct-to-video horror film that received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences. It is often noted for its low-budget production values and derivative plot elements common in late 1990s horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable storyline and uninspired scares.

  • Performances are generally considered weak, contributing to the movie's low impact.

  • Despite its intentions, the film fails to deliver a compelling horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely unimpressed, with common complaints focusing on the slow pacing and lack of originality.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'A Stranger in My House' before its release.

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