The Ladies of the House

Disclosure: I realized AFTER I watched the movie that I am acquainted with one of its writers via mutual friends on social media. But since it was afterward it didn't affect my viewing of it. I had immediately said it was great and recommended it to others prior to realizing.

I loved it, and I'd place it somewhat in the same vein as great feminist horror movies I've enjoyed like Teeth or Ginger Snaps. This isn't that silly Tumblr style of modern feminism mind you, but a genuine and smart exploration of gender roles and, in some respects, a powerful female revenge fantasy (although truthfully none of the characters come off like great people, which is part of the dark appeal). But since it's grindhouse style of course, the main idea is gruesome sexy fun, you won't be beaten over the head with any ham-handed social commentary.

Great acting, special effects, drama, humor, and eroticism. I say it's funny, but it isn't overt comedy; it's more funny in the way the NBC Hannibal series is funny. Very dark and sharp humor, if you're sick like me you'll probably laugh.

Watch it on Hulu if you're into this genre, you won't have a bad time!

I was not familiar with this 2014 horror movie titled "The Ladies of the House" from writers Justina Walford and John Stuart Wildman before now in 2020, when I was given the chance to sit down and watch it. Needless to say that with it being a horror movie, of course I sat down to watch it.

Well, turns out that there was very, very little worthwhile to be seen in the movie. First of all, the movie was lacking an interesting storyline and plot. It just felt like a movie that was made up on the go, and there was no red thread throughout the course of the movie. It actually felt like director John Stuart Wildman was just making up things to put in the movie as they filmed it.

I was by no means entertained by "The Ladies of the House". Well, that is not entirely true, because the movie does have a small amount of mayhem, blood and gore in it. However, it is nowhere near sufficient to make up for everything the movie was lacking.

The acting in the movie felt bland, as if the performers themselves weren't really buying into the script - or lack thereof - and having mundane and pointless characters to work with.

My rating of "The Ladies of the House" lands on a generous two out of ten stars, and that is purely and solely because of the gore and blood in the movie. If you enjoy horror movies, do yourself a favor and give "The Ladies of the House" a wide berth. It simply isn't worth the time, money or effort.

"Ladies of the House" is an intelligent and insightful film with even some touching moments that upends the "grindhouse" and "slash horror" genres completely and logically in a way that hasn't been done before. It's also about family, in a way, and how, especially in today's fast-paced society, we make our own family. The characters are wonderfully deep and developed and excellently portrayed. Writers Justina Walford and John Wildman craft a believable and intriguing story and Director Wildman does an excellent job bringing it to life on camera. Kudos to the cast and crew for a well-done buffet of lovingly crafted genre delight!! ** Full Disclosure: I backed this film when it was in its formative stages via crowdfunding.

If you are interested in seeing a horror.thriller type movie I highly recommend TLotH. The characters of this adventure are what really make the film. ON top of that top notch writing by Justine Walford and the director skills of John Wildman, Make this an enjoyable film that will leave you scratching your head and saying, Did I just see that??

The detail is noted right down to the color themes selected throughout the film. All the actors and actresses took to really making us believe in their characters and as you watch you find your self routing for the woman.

Farah White as the motherly Lin, Shows compassion but when needed is tough as nails.

Melodie Sisk as Getty, The real deal, Gets her hands bloody dirty, kicks ass and takes no bull s@#%t.

Brina Palencia as Crystal, Love struck,young oh and crazy.

The woman rule this movie from start to finish.

All the males were fantastic but without a doubt for this one it definitely is fem-power.

The Plot.

THE LADIES OF THE HOUSE follows the events surrounding a birthday outing with two brothers and a friend which turns into a horrific fight for survival after they become trapped in a house with a "family" of malevolent women who enjoy a pin-up lifestyle and a special diet.

Firstly,there were only two reviews when I wrote THIS review. One of them gives the movie 10 stars AND it's the dude's ONLY review which clearly mean he worked on the film.

So right away, I thought this was going to suck.

It is very cheaply made and sort of reminds me of some of those horror films like Frankenhooker -- not plot wise, but the way it looks and the way it's directed. Although some of the direction is disjointed.And the pacing is often slow. A bunch of gore and no nudity! What????

The storyline is really dumb. And soon the movie becomes tedious. Nothing allows you to suspend disbelief. THis movie could have been so much better in the hands of a different director and writer.

It could have been really cool and a cult classic.

Unfortunately It turns out to be a dud