There was really no intrigue in _The Glass House_ which is missing a pretty fundamental step when you're making a mystery/thriller. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._
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The Glass House
2001 EN 107 min
Overview
When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, seems to be the beginning of a new life for them.
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Release date
14/09/2001
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1,120
Popularity
4.2
Leelee Sobieski
Ruby Baker
Diane Lane
Erin Glass
Stellan Skarsgård
Terence Glass
Trevor Morgan
Rhett Baker
Chris Noth
Uncle Jack
Bruce Dern
Alvin Begleiter
Kathy Baker
Nancy Ryan
Michael O'Keefe
Dave Baker
Vyto Ruginis
Don
Gavin O'Connor
Whitey
Carly Pope
Tasha
China Shavers
E.B.
Agnes Bruckner
Zoe
Michael Paul Chan
Mr. Kim
Rachel Wilson
Hannah
Rutanya Alda
Vice Principal
Erick Avari
Ted Ross
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Mia Barrentine
5-year-old Ruby
John Billingsley
Driving Instructor
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Richard Anthony Crenna
Cop
Maia Danziger
Deirdre
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Leslie Sackheim
Waitress
Stephanie Ittleson
Officer
Harry Johnson
Minister
January Jones
Girl
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Kirk Kinder
Sheriff
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Maya McLaughlin
Receptionist
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Wayne Morse
Psycho Killer
Michele Nordin
Teen Queen
Brent Sexton
Mechanic
Paul Tuerpe
Traffic Cop
Julia Vera
Vicki
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Hunter Shepard
Male Student
Kim Webster
Miss Drake
D. Elliot Woods
Cop
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Kempton Kilbarger
Valet
Alice Hirson
Mrs. Morgan
Drew Snyder
Mr. Morgan
Rita Wilson
Grace Avery Baker (uncredited)
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***Sad drama with Leelee Sobieski and Stellan Skarsgård switches to thriller*** A suddenly orphaned teen girl (Leelee Sobieski) & her little brother start a new life in Malibu with their guardians (Stellan Skarsgård & Diane Lane), who might not be the caring friends of their parents they seem to be. Bruce Dern is on hand as a lawyer. “The Glass House” (2001) starts as a melancholic drama with the general plot, setting and tone of “Poison Ivy” (1992), but without the lethal Lolita angle. It eventually morphs into a suspense/thriller à la “Enough” (2002), just don’t expect Leelee to change…
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The Glass House is one of those movies that might not blow you away but keeps you intrigued with its unsettling vibe. The cold, modern house perfectly mirrors the eerie atmosphere, creating an unsettling backdrop for the story. The cinematography uses this to its advantage, making the environment feel as much a part of the tension as the characters themselves. Leelee Sobieski delivers a standout performance, convincingly portraying her character’s growth and determination amidst the unfolding mystery. Stellan Skarsgård adds another layer with his chilling yet restrained presence, keeping you o…
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