House at the End of the Street (2012) is a psychological thriller directed by Mark Tonderai, featuring Jennifer Lawrence in the lead role. The film follows Elissa (Lawrence), a teenager who moves with her mother (Elisabeth Shue) to a new town, only to discover unsettling secrets about their neighbor, Ryan (Max Thieriot), whose sister allegedly murdered their parents.

The film received predominantly negative reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an approval rating of 10% based on 68 reviews, with an average rating of 3.7/10. The consensus states: “Poorly conceived, clumsily executed, and almost completely bereft of scares, House at the End of the Street strands its talented star in a film as bland as its title” . Similarly, Metacritic reports a score of 31 out of 100, indicating “generally unfavorable” reviews.

Critics pointed out the film’s reliance on clichéd tropes and lack of genuine suspense. The Guardian noted that “Jennifer Lawrence does her best with a dull and derivative script in this by-the-numbers suburban shocker” . Wired described the movie as “predictable” and “hell-bent on keeping tired tropes alive,” failing to deliver as either a horror or thriller .

House at the End of the Street attempts to blend psychological thrills with horror elements but falls short due to a predictable plot and lack of genuine scares. While Jennifer Lawrence delivers a commendable performance, the film’s shortcomings in script and execution overshadow her efforts. It may appeal to fans of the genre or Lawrence’s work but is unlikely to leave a lasting impression.