The Last House On The Left: Extended Version (2009)

Wes Craven's original controversial movies launched him into the spotlight so that he could make some of todays classic horror movies, the 1972 version was great for its time but has not aged so well, so this fairly decent remake is truly welcome.

The 1972 version is both graphic and disturbing and this remake stays true to that, further exemplifying the horrors of modern day america but just overly expanding on it. Its not for the squeamish or the faint hearted there are some uncomfortable senes that will shock people, so if you're easily upset its not the film for you.

The leads are great and every charecter gets their time to shine, the tension builds as the two girls come face to face with a sinister gang and try to escape at every opportunity, its tense stuff and you actually begin to fear for the girls, Garrett Dillahunt is great as the gang leader and wil have you trembling.

The film is'nt really a horror at all, the first half plays like a tense thriller and… more »

Wes Craven's original controversial movies launched him into the spotlight so that he could make some of todays classic horror movies, the 1972 version was great for its time but has not aged so well, so this fairly decent remake is truly welcome.

The 1972 version is both graphic and disturbing and this remake stays true to that, further exemplifying the horrors of modern day america but just overly expanding on it. Its not for the squeamish or the faint hearted there are some uncomfortable senes that will shock people, so if you're easily upset its not the film for you.

The leads are great and every charecter gets their time to shine, the tension builds as the two girls come face to face with a sinister gang and try to escape at every opportunity, its tense stuff and you actually begin to fear for the girls, Garrett Dillahunt is great as the gang leader and wil have you trembling.

The film is'nt really a horror at all, the first half plays like a tense thriller and the second half a revenge flick, with the girls parents exacting their revenge on the gang wich lead to some bloody confrontations.

Overall though, its a great remake of the original film which has worn with time with extra blood and less music, you will either enjoy if ou know what you're going into ot you'll be sick to your stomach, watch at your own risk...

The original 1972 Wes Craven original was in need for a face lift, as it really did seem amature and grotty. This remake is a surprise, as this updated version actually improves on many aspects of the original film, it's far better acted, the tension is built up very well, and there is better written characters leading to a nasty but very rewarding thriller. Of course you could nit pick by saying that the original amatureish vision gave it the edge as it was like watching a snuff film, but at least this new version does not have a illjudged musical interlude. Of course the film will be hated by so called seriouse critics, but this film sets it's sights at being a straight forward revenge film, and it does it all very well.
If your a fan of the cult original, don't be put off by thinking it's another no brainer remake, this a very good rethink, and although I would not say it's enjoyable viewing, you do find your self rooting for the parents as they set out on their bloody… more »

The original 1972 Wes Craven original was in need for a face lift, as it really did seem amature and grotty. This remake is a surprise, as this updated version actually improves on many aspects of the original film, it's far better acted, the tension is built up very well, and there is better written characters leading to a nasty but very rewarding thriller. Of course you could nit pick by saying that the original amatureish vision gave it the edge as it was like watching a snuff film, but at least this new version does not have a illjudged musical interlude. Of course the film will be hated by so called seriouse critics, but this film sets it's sights at being a straight forward revenge film, and it does it all very well.
If your a fan of the cult original, don't be put off by thinking it's another no brainer remake, this a very good rethink, and although I would not say it's enjoyable viewing, you do find your self rooting for the parents as they set out on their bloody revenge. The only slight letdown was the silly head in the microwave ending, as it seemed it was out of place with the rest of the film. Why use a microwave when a chainsaw would do the job better!