Girl at the Window (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Girl at the Window is a 2022 horror thriller directed by Mark Hartley, starring Radha Mitchell as Barbara Poynton, Vince Colosimo and Andrew S. Gilbert. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $177,712 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 30/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Mark Hartley
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- F.G. Film Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Girl at the Window About?
The premise of Girl at the Window without spoilers.
Danger lurks closer than anyone realizes. A grieving teen, still reeling from her father’s accidental death, becomes convinced that the mysterious killer terrorizing her town is not only her nosy neighbor but also her mother’s new romantic partner, forcing her to confront hidden threats in her own home.
Girl at the Window Themes & Keywords
· 8 tags- killer
- teenage girl as protagonist
- female protagonist
- teenage protagonist
- slasher horror
- girl
- murder mystery
- whodunit
Girl at the Window Cast & Characters
Radha Mitchell leads the cast as Barbara Poynton, with Vince Colosimo as Chris Mancini and Andrew S. Gilbert as Detective John Nordoff. Directed by Mark Hartley; 16 actors are credited in all.
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Director Mark Hartley
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Radha Mitchell as Barbara Poynton - Vince Colosimo as Chris Mancini
- Andrew S. Gilbert as Detective John Nordoff
- Nathan Hill as Constable Steve Owen
Also Starring in Girl at the Window
· 12 more- James Mackay Mr. Coleman
- Simone Buchanan Christina Ellis
- Jackson Gallagher Detective Reuben Knox
- Karis Oka Lian Chen
- Ella Newton Amy Poynton
- Trae Robin Todd Bradley
- Sharon Johal Dharma Mallick
- Lauren Goetz Suzan
- Lachie Millar Dean
- Adam Rozenbachs Amy's Father
- Terence Hammond Reporter #1
- Kaysea Hayes Lifeless Body
More from Mark Hartley
More films directed by Mark Hartley, best-rated first: Not Quite Hollywood: The Wild, Untold Story of Ozploitation!, Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films, Patrick: Evil Awakens and Machete Maidens Unleashed!.
Girl at the Window Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (25).
Girl at the Window Echo Score Breakdown
Girl at the Window delivers a largely unsatisfying viewing experience, with shortcomings across most cinematic dimensions. The direction and production values feel cheap and uneven, while performances are widely regarded as shallow and unengaging. Narrative cohesion suffers from confusing twists and thin plotting, and the sensory elements, including music and sound design, add little to the atmosphere. Consequently, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in a low overall resonance with audiences and critics alike.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
In terms of art and craft, the film appears under‑budgeted and unevenly executed. Critics note occasional effective jump scares but also describe the overall production as clunky and lacking creativity. Viewers repeatedly cite cheap cinematography, poor editing, and uninspired design. While a few acknowledge measured pacing in certain scenes, the dominant perception is that direction and visual craftsmanship fall short of genre standards.
- Character & Emotion 25
When it comes to character and emotion, performances are largely deemed flat and unintelligent. Multiple reviewers call the acting "bad" and the characters "dumb," with little development beyond a superficial mother‑daughter dynamic. A minority praise a believable relationship between the leads, yet this is outweighed by widespread criticism of shallow portrayals and lack of emotional depth, leaving the characters largely unmemorable.
- Story & Flow 35
The story and flow suffer from disjointed plotting and an unsatisfying twist that undermines suspense. Critics argue the script provides no rationale for the killer, and users describe the narrative as thin, confusing, and predictable. Some notes mention a solid mystery structure and decent pacing, but overall the plot is perceived as incoherent, limiting engagement and diminishing the film's narrative credibility.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory experience, including sound and visual style, is viewed as inconsistent. Reviewers highlight an atmosphere that occasionally works, yet many condemn the music as poor and the sound design as grating, with some describing shrill screams. Visuals are described as gratuitously gory without artistic merit. While isolated jump scares receive praise, the overall sensory execution fails to enhance immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch factor is low, with most audiences deeming the film a waste of time and lacking lasting appeal. Negative feedback on plot, acting, and production diminishes desire for repeat viewings. A small segment of viewers note an enjoyable mystery element, yet this does not offset the predominant consensus that the film offers little incentive for future engagement.
Girl at the Window Box Office
Girl at the Window grossed $177,712 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$177.7K
- International
- $177.7K
Girl at the Window Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.
- Teaser UK Digital Spot
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Girl at the Window FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Girl at the Window, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Girl at the Window?
Girl at the Window runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was Girl at the Window released?
Girl at the Window was released on August 18, 2022.
Who directed Girl at the Window?
Girl at the Window was directed by Mark Hartley.
More films by Mark Hartley Who is in the cast of Girl at the Window?
Girl at the Window stars Radha Mitchell as Barbara Poynton, Vince Colosimo as Chris Mancini and Andrew S. Gilbert as Detective John Nordoff, among 16 credited actors.
How much did Girl at the Window make at the box office?
Girl at the Window grossed $177,712 worldwide.
Does Girl at the Window have a post-credit scene?
No. Girl at the Window has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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