Killer in the Guest House (2020): Cast & Ratings
Killer in the Guest House is a 2020 thriller directed by Tony Dean Smith, starring Matthew Kevin Anderson as Levon Startet, Marcus Rosner and Chelsea Hobbs. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes. Its Echo Score is 39/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Tony Dean Smith
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Killer in the Guest House About?
The premise of Killer in the Guest House without spoilers.
A struggling fashion photographer unwittingly rents her guesthouse out to a dangerous and womanizing con man.
Killer in the Guest House Themes & Keywords
· 44 tags- fashion photographer
- struggling woman
- can't pay the mortgage
- airline pilot
- rental property
- bound and gagged
- hit with a shovel
- ex boyfriend
- photographer
- female photographer
- guesthouse
- con man
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- burning car
- police investigation
- tracking device
- hidden camera
- bare chested male
- theft
- fistfight
- deep freezer
- raised garden bed
- thumb drive
- kiss
- sex in a shower
- voice recorder
- earpiece
- framed for murder
- fake hanging
- surveillance footage
- woman bound and gagged
- death by electrocution
- serial killer
- bowtie
- hiding evidence
- handsome man
- strong male abs
- muscular man
- handsome muscular man
- hiding a dead body
- fashion world
- romantic subplot
- handsome mature man
- mature man with a beard
- man's shirt accidentally rides up
Killer in the Guest House Cast & Characters
Matthew Kevin Anderson leads the cast as Levon Startet, with Marcus Rosner as Mark James and Chelsea Hobbs as Gina Larson. Directed by Tony Dean Smith; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tony Dean Smith
- Matthew Kevin Anderson as Levon Startet
- Marcus Rosner as Mark James
- Chelsea Hobbs as Gina Larson
- Mark Humphrey as Robert Simms
Also Starring in Killer in the Guest House
· 1 more- Corina Bizim Rachel Vine
More from Tony Dean Smith
More films directed by Tony Dean Smith, best-rated first: Volition, Strangers, Disappearance in Yellowstone and The Secret Lives of College Freshmen.
Killer in the Guest House Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 39/100, strongest in character & emotion (60) and weakest in story & flow (20).
Killer in the Guest House Echo Score Breakdown
Killer in the Guest House delivers a low‑budget thriller that struggles with its core elements. The plot is widely seen as derivative and poorly paced, while production values such as cinematography and editing appear inexpensive. Performances receive mixed remarks; the lead’s presence is noted but character depth is lacking. Audio cues like persistent whistling distract rather than enhance. Although a few viewers find occasional entertainment value, the film generally fails to sustain interest on repeat viewings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 25
In terms of art and craft, the film shows clear budget constraints. Reviewers call the cinematography and overall visual quality "really bad" and describe the ending as cheap. Editing and direction receive no praise, reinforcing a perception of amateurish execution. Consequently, the technical presentation detracts from immersion, resulting in a low assessment for this aspect.
- Character & Emotion 60
Character and emotion receive mixed feedback. Several reviewers commend Marcus Rosner’s portrayal of a psychopathic lead and acknowledge competent acting from the main cast. However, criticism points to shallow character development and implausible motivations. While the leads are visually appealing, the lack of depth limits emotional engagement. This balance of modest praise and notable flaws yields a moderate rating.
- Story & Flow 20
The story and flow are consistently criticized as predictable and poorly structured. Commentators label the plot as a rehash of earlier films, note dumb narrative choices, and describe the pacing as slow and boring. The ending is called stupid or unsatisfying by multiple users. Such pervasive negative sentiment drives the story score into the low range.
- Sensory Experience 35
Sensory experience suffers from specific annoyances and overall cheapness. One reviewer highlights an irritating whistling motif, while no positive remarks on soundtrack or sound design appear. Visual style is implied to be low‑budget, contributing to a modest but below‑average sensory impression.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Rewatch factor shows a split outlook. Some viewers find the film entertaining enough to keep attention, citing a satisfying finale and genre addiction, whereas others describe it as boring and not worth a second viewing. The presence of occasional appealing moments balances the lack of lasting appeal, resulting in a middling score.
Killer in the Guest House Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Killer in the Guest House.
Killer in the Guest House Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Inquilino Assassino” and “Mon locataire presque parfait”.
- Also known as
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- Inquilino Assassino
- Mon locataire presque parfait
- Il killer della porta accanto
- Un desconocido en tu casa
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Killer in the Guest House FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Killer in the Guest House, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Killer in the Guest House?
Killer in the Guest House runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was Killer in the Guest House released?
Killer in the Guest House was released on April 26, 2020.
Who directed Killer in the Guest House?
Killer in the Guest House was directed by Tony Dean Smith.
More films by Tony Dean Smith Who is in the cast of Killer in the Guest House?
Killer in the Guest House stars Matthew Kevin Anderson as Levon Startet, Marcus Rosner as Mark James and Chelsea Hobbs as Gina Larson, among 5 credited actors.
Does Killer in the Guest House have a post-credit scene?
No. Killer in the Guest House has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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