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Lakeview Terrace

Drama · Crime

Lakeview Terrace

What Could Be Safer Than Living Next to a Cop?

6.0(1,163) 9/19/2008 1h 50m
DramaCrimeThriller

A young interracial couple has just moved into their California dream home when they become the target of their next-door neighbor, who disapproves of their relationship. A tightly wound LAPD officer has appointed himself the watchdog of the neighborhood. His nightly foot patrols and overly watchful eyes bring comfort to some, but he becomes increasingly aggressive to the newlyweds. These persistent intrusions into their lives cause the couple to fight back.

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Top Cast

Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson

Abel Turner

Patrick Wilson

Patrick Wilson

Chris Mattson

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington

Lisa Mattson

Ron Glass

Ron Glass

Harold Perreau

Justin Chambers

Justin Chambers

Donnie Eaton

Jay Hernandez

Jay Hernandez

Javier Villareal

Regine Nehy

Regine Nehy

Celia Turner

Jaishon Fisher

Jaishon Fisher

Marcus Turner

Directed by

Neil LaBute

Production

Reviews

RalphRahal

6/10

1/9/2025

Lakeview Terrace is a tense, psychological thriller that stands out because of Samuel L. Jackson's powerful performance. He plays Abel Turner, a character so commanding and relentless that his presence carries the entire movie. Jackson's ability to make you both fear and understand Abel is what makes this film so gripping. The movie builds its suspense slowly, creating a tense and uneasy atmosphere that keeps you on edge throughout. The plot tackles some heavy themes, particularly around race and power dynamics, which might feel a bit heavy-handed at times. While the racial aspect of the story may not sit well with everyone, it undeniably fuels the conflict and drives the tension between the characters. The film isn't subtle in how it approaches these themes, but that bluntness works in

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