Kill Thy Neighbor (2019): Cast & Ratings
Kill Thy Neighbor is a 2019 drama thriller directed by Ben Meyerson, starring Andrea Bogart as Julie Carter, Hannah Barefoot and Joanne Baron. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Its Echo Score is 28/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Ben Meyerson
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Reel One Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kill Thy Neighbor About?
The premise of Kill Thy Neighbor without spoilers.
Following the death of her husband, Matthew, Julie relocates across the country with her young son, Matty, seeking a fresh beginning and to be near his sister, Alison. However, Alison harbors a deep resentment toward Julie, believing her responsible for Matthew’s death. She secretly plots to gain custody of her nephew, Matty, and will stop at nothing to achieve her manipulative agenda.
Kill Thy Neighbor Cast & Characters
Andrea Bogart leads the cast as Julie Carter, with Hannah Barefoot as Alison and Joanne Baron as Katherine. Directed by Ben Meyerson; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ben Meyerson
- Andrea Bogart as Julie Carter
- Hannah Barefoot as Alison
- Joanne Baron as Katherine
- John-Michael Carlton as Blake
More from Ben Meyerson
More films directed by Ben Meyerson: Controlling My Husband, Lies My Babysitter Told, Love’s Fast Lane and Requiem for a Scream.
Kill Thy Neighbor Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 28/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (20).
Kill Thy Neighbor Echo Score Breakdown
Kill Thy Neighbor is marked by pervasive shortcomings across its core components. The film suffers from noticeably poor performances, with critics highlighting the implausible casting of a teenage actor as a six‑year‑old and uniformly flat acting. Narrative construction is labeled predictable and unengaging, offering little originality or tension. Technical elements such as direction and visual style receive little positive attention, suggesting a modest execution. Consequently, the movie offers limited incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in a low overall appraisal.
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 direction, cinematography, and overall production design, the film receives minimal commendation. Reviewers do not cite any standout visual composition or editing choices, implying an unremarkable technical execution. The absence of specific praise suggests that the craft does not elevate the material. Overall, the artistic and technical aspects are assessed as below average, contributing little to the film's impact.
- Character & Emotion 20
Character portrayal is identified as a principal weakness. Multiple reviewers criticize the lead's age incongruity and describe the acting as flat and unconvincing. The lack of believable performances diminishes emotional resonance and undermines character depth. With few indications of nuanced delivery or chemistry, the character and emotion dimension is judged to be severely deficient.
- Story & Flow 35
The narrative is broadly regarded as predictable and unoriginal. Critics note a lack of compelling twists and a storyline that fails to sustain interest, though a minority find it marginally engaging. The pacing appears stagnant, and the plot offers little novelty. Consequently, the story and flow are evaluated as modestly weak, with limited engagement for viewers.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory elements, including soundtrack and visual cohesion, receive little explicit commentary, suggesting they neither enhance nor detract markedly from the experience. The scarcity of positive remarks indicates an unremarkable auditory and visual presentation. Overall, the sensory experience is perceived as average at best, offering no significant contribution to the film's quality.
- Rewatch Factor 25
Rewatch potential is low, as reviewers describe the film as boring, terrible, and lacking incentive for repeat viewings. While a few users express mild enjoyment, the dominant sentiment points to little lasting appeal. The combination of weak performances, predictable plot, and unremarkable technical aspects reduces the desire to revisit the movie.
Kill Thy Neighbor Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “The Killer Next Door” and “Hello Neighbor”.
- Also known as
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- The Killer Next Door
- Hello Neighbor
- Kill Thy Neighbour
- Mi vendicherò
- Po sąsiedzku z mordercą
- Sousedství smrti
- Une menace sans visage
- Muerte en la comunidad
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Kill Thy Neighbor FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Kill Thy Neighbor, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kill Thy Neighbor?
Kill Thy Neighbor runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Kill Thy Neighbor released?
Kill Thy Neighbor was released on March 30, 2019.
Who directed Kill Thy Neighbor?
Kill Thy Neighbor was directed by Ben Meyerson.
More films by Ben Meyerson Who is in the cast of Kill Thy Neighbor?
Kill Thy Neighbor stars Andrea Bogart as Julie Carter, Hannah Barefoot as Alison and Joanne Baron as Katherine, among 4 credited actors.
Does Kill Thy Neighbor have a post-credit scene?
No. Kill Thy Neighbor has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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