Baby Sitter
Baby Sitter

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Baby Sitter

1982
Movie
Adult · 18+
98 min
Italian

Sabrina, a young and beautiful girl, is employed as a baby sitter by a couple. But the baby turns out to be a sex-crazed midget and the couple as his accomplices, who watch his sex torture via video camera.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jim McBrideGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, seeking a fresh start, takes a job as a live-in nanny for a wealthy and enigmatic family. However, her new position quickly devolves into a nightmare as she uncovers dark secrets and faces escalating psychological torment. The seemingly idyllic household harbors a dangerous obsession, and she must fight for her survival.

Critical Reception

Baby Sitter (also known as 'The Lonely Woman') received a mixed reception upon its release, with many critics finding it a competently made but somewhat derivative thriller. Its suspenseful atmosphere and performances were often highlighted, but the plot was sometimes criticized for predictability. Audiences generally found it to be a tense and unsettling viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and tension-building.

  • Noted for solid performances from its lead actors.

  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Baby Sitter' are scarce, but where available, they often point to the film's effectiveness as a tense thriller that delivers on scares and suspense, particularly for fans of 80s horror.

Fun Fact

The film was also released under the title 'The Lonely Woman', which some viewers may encounter when searching for it.

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