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Two sisters (Judith Ivey and Jennifer Jason Leigh) turn their family mansion in Louisiana into a guest house. One of their guests (a young Eric Stoltz) is an aide to a congressman, and turns their lives inside out.

Director Bill Condon is interesting -- this was his debut film, but it seems his career really blossomed in the 2000s with a string of hits: "Kinsey" (2004), "Dreamgirls" (2006), "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1" (2011) and "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2" (2012). Humble beginnings?

I actually did not find this to be all that great of a film. The cast helped it (Jennifer Leigh can do no wrong). But really, just not a film I am eager to see again and that is all I have to say.

I'll watch almost anything if Jennifer Jason Leigh is in it, and not just because she gets her kit off a lot; she's a great actress and usually elevates anything she appears in. But we all have our off days, and even Jen cannot save this Southern gothic horror from mediocrity.

Leigh plays Lucy Bonnard, mentally fragile younger sister of Charlotte (Judith Ivey); together, the siblings run a guest house in the Louisiana swamps. When dashing young businessman Matt Rutledge (Eric Stoltz) arrives at the house, he seduces Lucy, which annoys Charlotte, whose own relationship with sheriff Cleve Doucet (Dennis Lipscomb) is on the rocks, and angers Lucy's childhood friend and admirer Etienne (Benjamin Mouton).

It doesn't take a genius to figure out that Matt is up to no good, but what is his reason for stirring up trouble for the Bonnard sisters?

Admittedly, the mystery is fairly engaging and develops satisfactorily, ending with a neat supernatural twist, but there is still something off about the whole film. It's difficult to pinpoint precisely what it was that didn't click for me, but there is definitely something awkward about the performances and direction. Lovely Jennifer does take her clothes off though, so there is that.

Not to be confused with the TV show of the same name, Sister Sister the movie is a Suspense Thriller! If you are expecting a comedy about twins separated at birth make sure you read the DVD box and go pick something else.

Set on the beautiful and mysterious bayou's of Louisiana. It follows the relationship between two sisters who have to keep a awful secret from childhood and what lengths they will go to, to keep that secret under wraps.

Judith Ivy's performance as the older protective sister is stellar and that goes the same for, screen chemistry between Eric Stolz and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

Be prepared for twists and turns in this one. And a Paranormal touch too.

If you watch it for anything watch it for the mystery and the stunning dream sequences.

This early Joel Cohen, sans Ethan, effort is passable. It features a good southern goth feel and some fine performances from Judith Ivey and Jennifer Jason Leight. It does rely too heavily on shock, rather than fleshing out its plot, but still its pretty convincing stuff! There is the requisite nudity and violence but at least this seems intune with the settings and people, unlike some deliberately sleazy thrillers. The repressed younger sister is understandably attracted to ahandsome "stranger", and her older sis is of course jealous. this makes sense and sets up a good twist with some nice nuances. Recommended especially for fans of Leigh.

A Good Gothic Thriller Filmed On-Location, is the Directorial Debut for Bill Condon.

He Loads the Atmosphere Thick with Fog, Thunderstorms, Peep-Holes and People "Vacationing" in a Southern Mansion (this is a conceit that never seems real).

After a Slaughtered Dog is Found in a Closet, the most Irritating and Over-the-Top Character (dig the wig) Leaves in a Hurry, the Film Dispenses with Comedy Relief and Not a Minute too Soon.

It then Settles Down for the Mystery-Thriller it's Meant to be, with Flash-Backs, an "Is She Disturbed?" Sister (Jennifer Jason Leigh), or "Is She the Victim?" of a Disturbed Older Sister (Judith Ivy).

Plenty of Room in the Creepy Old and Dark House for Hiding and Spying and Haunting Images of the Imagination.

Eric Stoltz is a Character that Arrives and the Audience Immediately Knows it's Not for Rest and Relaxation, and the 2 Principle Players Fall in Love Faster than even a 90 Min. Movie Demands.

Those Contrivances Amount to a Suspension of Disbelief, and if You Ignore the Quick Set-Up, the Film can Hypnotize Anyone Willing to Let it.

A Lot is Done with Lights, Shadows, and Cinematography that seems Spellbound by the Story and Place. You Might Be Too, to see if You Are, it's...

Worth a Watch.

While I am not a fan of Southern gothic set movies I had to watch SISTER SISTER because I set the goal for myself of finishing all the available movies of some actors with which nobody has ever done it, and Eric Stoltz is among them. And while I didn't loved it I just liked it.

Charlotte Bonnard lives in the Louisiana swamp zone along with her sister Lucy (Jennifer Jason Leigh) in a huge mansion that managed to transform in a hotel for tourists. Lucy, however, is tormented by nightmares and ghosts since she saw some years prior Charlotte killing a man and then throwing his body in the river. When one day arrives Matt Rutledge (Stoltz) Lucy is head over heels but Charlotte is worried because Etienne could be jealous, and he was a witness of the murder. It won't take long to find out that Matt is the brother of the murder victim that came in the exact same motel for some revenge, but he'll die in the same aforementioned way.

The acting was decent by all and the night scenes added a lot to the atmosphere. My problems with this were that in some moments towards the end the leads' decisions became confusing and the ending was very predictable. But overlooking this, it's still a decent little horror recommended especially to fans of the genre.

"Sister, Sister" is Bill Condon's first feature and possibly one of his best. This delicious Southern Gothic fantasy involves two sisters running a bed and breakfast in their Louisiana mansion. Terrible things start happening when a group of new guests arrive and the sisters' dark secrets start to come out. This reminds me of the types of horror films Bette Davis/Joan Crawford/Olivia DeHavilland would have starred-in in the 60s. I loved every minute of it. Jennifer Jason Leigh and especially Judith Ivey are perfect in the lead roles. I have no idea why this film is so underrated, but it's one of my favorite horror movies from the decade of excess.

Two repressed sisters run a bed and breakfast in old mansion-like motel in the Louisiana swamps for passer-byes. A young man, Matt Rutledge comes to stay, for a break from the fast city-life and at first glance catches the eye of the younger sister, Lucy. Though soon, Matt realises that Lucy and her older sister, Charlotte are hiding some sort of secret from their past and this is the reason for Charlotte being so overprotective towards Lucy.

Oh, my beloved sister… what have you done? Now why has this film gone by terribly unnoticed? Hmm, it's hard actually to pinpoint. There's just something highly enticing about this effectively minor southern Gothic shocker. Shocker, might be too strong of a word, but chiller fits snugly I guess. Honestly, I wasn't expecting anything of quality or uniqueness. But it delivered. No doubts that the film's premise, developments and actual surprises aren't anything we haven't seen before, but because it's very well crafted by director Bill Condon. He professionally constructs an unsettling air from the beautifully damp backdrop and cooks up some stunning imagery.

You can't help but be drawn into this well-devised (if slow-grinding) mystery that leads you along with its stylishly taut direction and steamily uneasy scenery. I found it to get more and more involving upon every occurrence that resulted in this psychological drama-packed tale. Streaming through it is an erotic tone with tension boiling underneath the lavish-looking surface, as people play each other off in a complicated web of deceit and jealousy. Even a sprinkle of the hazy supernatural makes its way in, but honestly the surprise twist to close up shop puts a real spanner into the mix. It doesn't sit that well with what has gone before it and actually dumb-down the whole build up. Shaping up the classiness of the production is a bell-ringer of a melancholy score by Richard Einhorn that was intoxicatedly lyrical in its cues and Stephen M. Katz's wonderfully poignant camera-work gave it a delicate touch. The cast were exceptional in their parts and had a huge impact on the success. Eric Stoltz, Judy Ivey, Denis Lipscomb and the breathtakingly ravishing Jennifer Jason Leigh definitely lead the way with blindingly precise performances.

A fascinating, haunting little thriller that from the outset will just eat you up.

Gothic bayou horror story about murder, revenge and the voyeuristic/overprotective relationship of two sisters. Excellent quality for a TV movie. Contains one somewhat steamy love scene which is unusually revealing for television.

The director of this film, Bill Condon, later won a measure of acclaim for directing Gods and Monsters. His talent is already evident in this work which takes a familiar story and makes it work through wonderful gothic atmosphere and wonderful performances from Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judith Ivey, and especially Eric Stoltz. A nice combination of B-movie conventions with A-movie talent.

This is a great Southern Gothic film, a genre we don't see enough examples of, especially of this caliber. To the one who didn't like its brutality, all I have to say is, A) it's fairly subtle compared to many horror films, and B) What were you expecting? A Merchant Ivory Production. Plus, I think Bill Condon, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Judith Ivey all did wonderful jobs - elevating what could have been a by the numbers exploitation film into something that's haunted me for years.

I remember loving this in the 80s, it just immersed me in the environment. Rewatching 2021, I really enjoyed it again! Interesting that Joel Coen was part of it. I think the acting is good, the leads and the support. The story is interesting...I love a good ghost-type story. I don't love JJ Leigh, but liked her in this. You can rent it on Amazon - dig it out when you're in the mood!

this highly suspenseful tour DE force will grab you by the nape of your neck, throw you against the wall, break the mirror, and NEVER LET YOU GO! a tour DE force performance by Gennifer Jason Leigh, and also a highly suspenseful performance by Brain DE palma. the eerie setting of the bayou sets a most provocative and eerie mis en scene. MIS EN SCENE ABOUNDS! did i mention this was a tour DE force? Gennifer Jason Leigh is a HOTTIE TOTTIE! walk, but don't trottie. JENNIFER JASON LEIGH XXL! Brain DE palma and Susan saran-don have some REAL chemistry. WOOOOOO! gohsts! and zombiess the swamp too. a tour DE force abounds! i give it an 8 for plot, though a few scenes struck me as a bit over the top and self-indulgent. THRILLS AND CHILLS AWAIT YOU!!!!! also plot twists a-go-go. walk, but don't run to the movie store, to rent the VHS, of, SISTER SISTER.

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"Sister, Sister" is an erotic thriller filmed on location at a stunningly atmospheric mansion in the Louisiana swampland. A handsome young traveler, Eric Stoltz, is pulled into the mysterious relationship between innkeeper sisters Judith Ivey and Jennifer Jason Leigh. At mid-mark, this somewhat subdued film tips over briefly into slasher territory, before resuming its slow burn. Among the cast, Ivey comes off best as a guarded protectress with a mysterious past.

This film is most notable for just how good it looks: Stephen M. Katz's cinematography has a warm nighttime gauziness that gradually envelops the viewer. A very elegant affair, "Sister, Sister" might have benefited from more camp eccentricity, only glimpsed briefly in Natalija Nogulich's supporting role as a nagging guest from hell. This was Bill Condon's directorial debut: he would later return to Louisiana again for the underrated horror sequel "Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh."

My sister told me that there was a movie called "Sister, Sister" and I knew nothing about it, but I wanted to see it because the title sounded great to me. I thought it would be a lovely film, but it wasn't. It's just brutal and primitive, although a relationship between sisters is always special and they have always a secret to share. Bill Condon did a rather bad job and the actresses, especially Jennifer Jason Leigh, are even worse ! The story has nothing to do with reality.