Babysitter
Babysitter

Movie spotlight

Babysitter

2014
Movie
Adult · 18+
0
French

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users78%
Director: Andy MuschiettiGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young girl, Victoria, who claims to have been raised by wolves in the woods, is found and brought to civilization. Her adoptive parents, Annabel and Douglas, struggle to help her adjust to normal life, fearing she may revert to her wild ways. As Victoria begins to integrate, strange and unsettling occurrences begin to plague the family, blurring the lines between delusion and reality.

Critical Reception

While the film garnered a mixed to positive reception, critics praised its unsettling atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the young actresses. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating the suspenseful elements and psychological horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable storyline and inconsistent pacing.

  • Lauded for its effective use of psychological suspense.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a tense and effective horror movie, with many highlighting the performances of the young actors and the eerie mood. Some reviewers noted that while it offered genuine scares, the plot occasionally felt a bit familiar.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'Mama,' and it was initially developed as a feature-length version of Andy Muschietti's 2008 short film 'Mamá.' However, due to production issues, the project was shelved for several years before being revived under the title 'Crimson Peak' and later returning to its original concept as 'Babysitter' with a different director.

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