Open House

Name: Open House
Director: Jag Mundhra
Genre: Horror
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 4.6
Cast: Joseph Bottoms, Adrienne Barbeau, Rudy Ramos, Mary Stavin, Scott Thompson Baker

1987Dir. Jag Mundhra1h 35m

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Open House (1987) is a lesser-known gem in the horror genre, blending slasher elements with a rather unique premise. The atmosphere is thick with tension, especially as the story unfolds around this bizarre interplay between a psychologist and a serial killer targeting real estate agents. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but it really captures that 80s vibe, with plenty of practical effects that don’t hold back. The performances, while not top-tier, bring a certain charm to the film, particularly with the dynamic between the psychologist and his lover, which adds an emotional stake to the horror. It’s distinctive for how it merges a profession often seen as mundane with intense dread, making you think twice about open houses.

Unique premise blending slasher elementsInteresting psychology angleEffective practical effects for its time