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Cabin by the Lake

  • TV Movie
  • 2000
  • R
  • 1h 31m
IMDb RATING
5.5/10
2.6K
YOUR RATING
Cabin by the Lake (2000)
Dark ComedyHorrorThriller

A screenwriter, who lives in a cabin by the lake near Los Angeles, drowns young women, then goes back to visit their bodies and do their laundry.A screenwriter, who lives in a cabin by the lake near Los Angeles, drowns young women, then goes back to visit their bodies and do their laundry.A screenwriter, who lives in a cabin by the lake near Los Angeles, drowns young women, then goes back to visit their bodies and do their laundry.

  • Director
    • Po-Chih Leong
  • Writer
    • David Stephens
  • Stars
    • Judd Nelson
    • Hedy Burress
    • Michael Weatherly
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.5/10
    2.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Po-Chih Leong
    • Writer
      • David Stephens
    • Stars
      • Judd Nelson
      • Hedy Burress
      • Michael Weatherly
    • 62User reviews
    • 14Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Judd Nelson
    Judd Nelson
    • Stanley
    Hedy Burress
    Hedy Burress
    • Mallory
    Michael Weatherly
    Michael Weatherly
    • Boone
    Susan Gibney
    Susan Gibney
    • Regan
    Bernie Coulson
    Bernie Coulson
    • Duncan
    Colleen Wheeler
    Colleen Wheeler
    • Lauren
    Cam Cronin
    • Clayton
    Bob Dawson
    • Sheriff
    G. Patrick Currie
    • Logan
    John Destry
    • Melvin
    Guy Jellis
    • Deputy
    Rebecca Reichert
    Rebecca Reichert
    • Babette
    Marnie Alton
    Marnie Alton
    • Brooke
    Jennifer Carmichael
    Jennifer Carmichael
    • Tiffany
    Barbara Pollard
    Barbara Pollard
    • Hotel Manager
    Mar Andersons
    Mar Andersons
    • Blake
    Daniella Evangelista
    Daniella Evangelista
    • Kimberly
    Katrina Matthews
    • Blonde at Theater
    • (as Katrina Mathews)
    • Director
      • Po-Chih Leong
    • Writer
      • David Stephens
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews62

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    Mp3_Pawn

    An Intriguing blend of suspense and humor.

    I have to admit, this movie truly did shock me. Within the first five minutes you'll feel totally engrossed by the plot. Most movies will lay it on you in bits and pieces , this one just hammers you immediately then leaves you wondering whats going to happen next.

    The audio the video quality was outstanding for what looked like a lower budget film, but the full-screen only DVD bothered me. I'm guessing it was transfered this way because it was originally intended for TV. There was a double DVD released not long ago (Cabin by the Lake, Return to the Cabin by the lake) which can be found at Amazon.com and can also be rented at Blockbuster incase you are interested. (see link at bottom of review for direct Amazon page)

    Overall , Judd Nelson does a fantastic job as the main role, the plot wasn't all that thick and sometimes was predictable, but always kept you wondering "Are they next?".

    Movie Link : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005RDAP/qid16506652/sr=8-1/refsr_8_67_1/002-2048647-8605661
    willie_pete60

    Outstanding Movie

    Saw the movie a few nights ago on the Sci-Fi network...Terrific and great actions in the movie. The Scenery was cool. Kind of makes you wonder about people in a way....I really enjoyed the movie and the actors and actresses really outdid themselves in a very convincing way. Thumbs up for this one.....really confirms my fear of water over my head now! LOL!
    7RodrigAndrisan

    A humorous thriller-horror!

    It's not perfect but I like it, it's good! I liked all the actors but specially Hedy Burress as Mallory and Judd Nelson as the writer serial killer Stanley. The music is great too. I repeat, the film is not perfect, it has some weaknesses, I will not reveal them here, but even so, it's still captivating. It's not easy to give it some stars, precisely because of those imperfections. Here's what I'm going to do: the first hour of the movie, is excellent, is worth 10 stars. The remaining 31 minutes are not worth more than 4 stars. 10 plus 4 divided by 2 equals seven. And, if you haven't noticed already reading this review or from other reviews of mine for many other movies, I try with all sincerity to be the most critical objective possible, from all points of view.
    kittymcprtty

    Movie is great and the music greater.

    I have seen this movie many times and enjoy it every time. The sequel is not too bad either but the first one is definitely better. I thought the plot was very good. It was much better than someone getting their head chopped off every 5 minutes. I especially loved the music, it is as creepy as the movie. Definitely my kind of movie and my kind of music. I thought the underwater scenes very good, pretty realistic. It wasn't until i watched it again recently that I realized the actor that played the deputy was on the current TV show Navy NCIS and what a cutie he is. I have always loved Judd Nelson and he can play the crazy guy with the best.
    8Shari-2

    Good made for tv movie!

    One of the better made for tv movies I've ever seen. Nelson gives a nice creepy performance. I found the story very interesting and different and the visuals were enough to make me squirm. I'm sure there are some who will complain about the very end of the film, but personally I like that sort of thing.:) I would have liked to have seen a few more of his "garden" getting collected, but with all the commercials they have to put in I know their time is limited. Since this is on tv, I think it is well worth the time to stop and watch. And I hope it comes to video, because I would like to add it to my collection.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      Filmed in 32 days.
    • Goofs
      When Stanley has Mallory chained by the ankle to the floor in the soundproof room, he tells he has to wash her clothes and asks her to take them off and put them in a plastic bag. She is wearing blue jeans. In the next scene, the jeans are in the bag. How did she get them off? They would still be connected to the chain.
    • Quotes

      Stanley: I'm doing research.

      Regan: The damn film is going into production! What kind of research?

      Stanley: Well, I've kidnapped a girl, and I'm holding her hostage to learn bits of character and motivation.

    • Connections
      Followed by Return to Cabin by the Lake (2001)
    • Soundtracks
      Cure
      Written by Frankie Blue

      Performed by Angela McCluskey & Wild Colonials (as The Wild Colonials)

      Courtesy of Studios USA (BMI)

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    • Release date
      • February 1, 2000 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Stugan vid sjön
    • Filming locations
      • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Foxtail Productions Inc.
      • Great Falls Productions
      • Original Film
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 31m(91 min)
    • Color
      • Color

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