Sometimes categorized in the horror genre, this lesser known gem follows the oddly independent Rynn (a 13-year-old Jodie Foster) as she fends off locals from a deeply-guarded secret residing in her cellar. The film deals with such sensitive subject matter as pedophilia and teen sex. The intelligent Rynn waxes on such topics as early independence, individuality and nonconformity. I was impressed with how fluid and enthralling each dialogue-heavy scene felt. Foster acts well against the pedophile Frank Hallet (Martin Sheen), every subsequent encounter more precarious than the last. While horror elements remain, the tactful handling of the provocative subject matter elevates it into a remarkable drama.
4 poor Gordons out of 5
