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The Babysitter 12
One afternoon, while babysitting, Cameron is harassed by an obscene phone caller. Good thing Mr. Smith gave her is cell phone number so he could get home quickly to comfort her. This little babysitter really finds herself in a pick when she orders a pizza and can't pay for it. Being a resourceful little girl, Jasmine quickly does what she knows best, she starts sucking cock for the pie. Little Rachel decides to invite her punk rock boyfriend, Otto over while she is babysitting. Bad move. Otto is an out of control drunk and Rachel has to calm him down quick. Madison is so upset about what happened on the field trip earlier that day she cannot even concentrate on her babysitting duties. Such naughty things this little girl did.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, hired as a live-in babysitter for a wealthy family, finds herself targeted by a dangerous man. As the situation escalates, she must use her wits to survive the night and uncover the secrets surrounding her employer's past.
Critical Reception
The Babysitter received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. While some acknowledged a competent direction and a few tense moments, the overall consensus pointed to a derivative and unoriginal thriller.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies on tired horror tropes and fails to generate genuine suspense.
Performances are uneven, with a few bright spots failing to elevate the material.
The plot is riddled with contrivances and a lack of originality.
Google audience: Audiences found 'The Babysitter' to be a forgettable and generic thriller, with many citing its predictable plot and lack of scares as major drawbacks. While some appreciated the effort, most felt it was a wasted opportunity for a more engaging horror experience.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was ultimately released direct-to-video, which is often indicative of a film's perceived quality by the studio.
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