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House on the Hill

  • 2012
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
2.7/10
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House on the Hill (2012)
True CrimeCrimeHorror

Based on a true story, House On The Hill chronicles the outrageous 1980s murder spree of serial killer Leonard Lake, who would target, kidnap, rob and kill people -- and even whole families.Based on a true story, House On The Hill chronicles the outrageous 1980s murder spree of serial killer Leonard Lake, who would target, kidnap, rob and kill people -- and even whole families.Based on a true story, House On The Hill chronicles the outrageous 1980s murder spree of serial killer Leonard Lake, who would target, kidnap, rob and kill people -- and even whole families.

  • Director
    • Jeff Frentzen
  • Writers
    • Jeff Frentzen
    • Nicole Marie Polec
  • Stars
    • Naidra Dawn Thomson
    • Shannon Leade
    • Stephen A.F. Day
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  • IMDb RATING
    2.7/10
    376
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    • Director
      • Jeff Frentzen
    • Writers
      • Jeff Frentzen
      • Nicole Marie Polec
    • Stars
      • Naidra Dawn Thomson
      • Shannon Leade
      • Stephen A.F. Day
    • 13User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Naidra Dawn Thomson
    Naidra Dawn Thomson
    • Sonia
    Shannon Leade
    • Karianna
    Stephen A.F. Day
    Stephen A.F. Day
    • Leonard Lake
    Sam Leung
    • Charles Ng
    Kevin McCloskey
    • Paul Kale
    Laura Hofrichter
    • Sara
    • (as Laura Leigh)
    Brenna Catherine Briski
    • Leila
    Crystal Nelson
    Crystal Nelson
    • Jennifer
    Tya Adams
    • Sandra
    Olivia Parrish
    • Julie
    Rachael Devlin
    • Cat
    Elissa Dowling
    Elissa Dowling
    • Mary
    Erin Young
    • Mother
    Bud Watson
    Bud Watson
    • Father
    Jordan Bunniie
    • First Victim
    Nola Roeper
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    • Director
      • Jeff Frentzen
    • Writers
      • Jeff Frentzen
      • Nicole Marie Polec
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    4timlin-4

    Amateur Hour

    I was expecting a low-budget horror flick, sometimes smaller films can be interesting discoveries, if only "so bad they are good," but this movie is just mediocre. Poorly shot with pitiful effects and an atrocious score, the movie lacks inspiration, either of the scary or humorous kind. Possibly the tone is intentionally subdued to match a "true crime" report, but a reenactment should be more fun! The framing story of the survivor is tedious, and victims pass in and out of the story too quickly to engage the viewer's interest. The most interesting parts are the clips of the real Leonard Lake explaining himself, but they last only a couple of minutes. That said, it could be worse, and some scenes are almost good; other than the soundtrack it's not too obnoxious if you are compelled to complete your snuff collection.
    1heirman_steven

    clickbait trash

    Don't bother watching this movie . there way better movies You would think this movie is about a haunted house right ? Wrong its about a serial killer and not about a house like the title of the movie would suggest
    1barryalmo

    Disturbing

    After just watching this despicable film , I never knew such atrocities were ever committed by this pair of depraved excuses for Human Creatures ... The Movie is Horrible , Pathetic , Disturbing and barely Watchable ... To know that such Evil exists in a World of Miraculous Life and Joy ... is most unbelievable .

    Our Creator knows all about these Sick , Twisted mindless beings , and as a Citizen of Earth ... I must day and hope that ... Karma is a Realistic thought that must prevail... One is no longer above ground ... and the other will eventually join him ... Names will not be mentioned ... they do not deserve any such recognition ...
    petersnowdon

    What a load of crap!

    Why does everyone with a camera and a group of friends think they can make a movie? There are some truly great "based on a true story" flicks out there with good production actors and some adherence to the true story. This is made up fluff with nothing to really draw the viewer or hold attention. Don't waste your time on something which doesn't offer any real insight into the events which happened and the horror the real people endured. The actors portraying the victim seem to be no more bothered than someone whose flight is delayed, not truly desperate. Feel bad for the lead female who is really giving her best but is trapped in a bad movie. Would have been more engrossing to document this young actresses horror at being signed on to make a terrible movie than the horror they attempt to portray. Don't waste your time!
    1gbunny-59019

    One of the worst things I have ever tried to watch

    What was their budget for this, $25? Had they just made a documentary, it may have been more successful. The acting is positively horrendous and the music is annoying.

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    • Trivia
      The movie includes authentic court video clips of serial killer Leonard Lake talking to a video camera, describing his "philosophy" about why he wants to kidnap people. Shot in Wilseyville, California, USA, in October 1983.
    • Goofs
      The blonde girl's tattoos on her back randomly shift from left to right throughout the film.
    • Crazy credits
      No animals or flies where harmed while making this movie
    • Alternate versions
      The UK release was cut, cuts required to remove or reduce scenes of sexual and sexualised violence, in order to obtain an 18 classification. Cuts required in line with BBFC Guidelines, policy and the Video Recordings Act 1984. An uncut classification was not available.
    • Connections
      Referenced in The Paradise: Episode #2.7 (2013)

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    • Release date
      • July 21, 2015 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Winnetka, California, USA(location)
    • Production companies
      • North 40
      • Options Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $320,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 25 minutes
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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