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The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976)

"Ask her no questions, she'll tell you no lies. Ask her too many and somebody dies."

7.019761h 31mEN
DramaMysteryThriller

Directed by Nicolas Gessner

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

December 25, 1976

Director

Nicolas Gessner

Official Trailer

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Overview

13-year-old Rynn Jacobs lives in a New England beach town. Whenever the landlady inquires after Rynn's father, she claims that he's not available. But when the landlady's son, Frank, won't leave Rynn alone, she teams up with a neighbor Mario to maintain the dark family secret that she's been keeping...

Cast

Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster

Rynn Jacobs

Martin Sheen

Martin Sheen

Frank Hallet

Alexis Smith

Alexis Smith

Mrs. Cora Hallet

Mort Shuman

Mort Shuman

Officer Ron Miglioriti

Scott Jacoby

Scott Jacoby

Mario Podesta

Dorothy Davis

Dorothy Davis

Town Hall Clerk

Clesson Goodhue

Clesson Goodhue

Bank Manager

Hubert Noël

Hubert Noël

Bank Clerk

Jacques Famery

Jacques Famery

Bank Clerk

Mary Morter

Mary Morter

Teller

Julie Wildman

Julie Wildman

Teller

Gib Rotherham

Gib Rotherham

Locksmith

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

13-year-old Rynn Jacobs lives in a New England beach town. Whenever the landlady inquires after Rynn's father, she claims that he's not available. But when the landlady's son, Frank, won't leave Rynn alone, she teams up with a neighbor Mario to maintain the dark family secret that she's been keeping to herself.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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