The Babysitter

Name: The Babysitter
Director: Guy Ferland
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 1995-01-01
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 5.2
Cast: Alicia Silverstone, Jeremy London, J. T. Walsh, Nicky Katt, Lee Garlington

1995Dir. Guy Ferland1h 30m

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The Babysitter is a curious mix of teen drama and thriller, showing a different side of Alicia Silverstone before she became synonymous with the ‘90s. Directed by Guy Ferland, the film captures a tense atmosphere, where the innocence of babysitting clashes with adult complexities. Silverstone's performance is engaging, portraying a character caught between adolescence and emerging adulthood. The pacing is deliberate, allowing for tension to build as the night unfolds. There’s a palpable, almost voyeuristic quality to the way the adults interact, and J.T. Walsh plays the role of the father with a subtly unsettling charm. It's not exactly a conventional thriller, but its exploration of desire and trust makes it distinctive in the genre.

Released on VHS in 1995, later on DVD.Features a score by composer John Frizzell.Shot on location in Los Angeles, capturing a distinct '90s vibe.Notable for its exploration of adult themes through a teen's perspective.