Live-In

A group of young women accept a job as live-in housekeepers for a wealthy, but peculiar, old man. As they settle into their new positions, they begin to suspect that their employer has sinister intentions. Strange occurrences and escalating paranoia plague the household, leading them to question if they can escape his grasp.

Live-In is a lesser-known independent horror film from the late 1980s. It garnered a cult following for its sleazy, exploitative elements and atmospheric tension, though critical reception was generally lukewarm to negative, often citing its low budget and predictable plot. Audience reception within the direct-to-video horror community has been mixed, appreciating its B-movie charm and unsettling premise.

• Praised for its attempt at building suspense and a creepy atmosphere.
• Criticized for its gratuitous nudity and uneven pacing.
• Seen as a typical example of late 80s direct-to-video exploitation horror.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status. Those who have seen it often comment on its exploitative nature and low production values, with some finding it a fun, trashy watch while others dismiss it as forgettable.

Director David E. Durston is also known for the cult horror film 'I Drink Your Blood' (1970), and 'Live-In' was one of his later directorial efforts.