The Last House on the Left is unrelenting and extremely tense. It pushes the boundaries as it drags you through a vicious story of violence and revenge. It is psychologically challenging to watch, and after some specific turning points in the film you want retribution to happen to the antagonists of the film.

The biggest lesson to learn from this film is not to trust people you don't know. And how easily you can end up being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

This film puts you through a rollercoaster of emotions such as dread, concern, anticipation and other moments that will leave you feeling queasy. You will feel very uncomfortable and if you are like me then sometimes you might wince and grit your teeth.

I found one scene extremely difficult and unsettling to watch, I just wanted it to be over very quickly. However afterwards it did make me feel more emotionally compassionate for the victim and I was much more determined to see her survive to the end.

The acting would have been difficult in some scenes due to the nature of this film so all need to be admired with a special mention to Garret Dillahunt who played Krug the gang leader. He was ruthless and created a truly unlikeable character who you hope in the end gets what they deserve.

Spencer Treat Clark, (Justine) Riki Lindome,(Sadie) and Aaron Paul (Francis) were commendable in their roles and Sara Paxton (Mari) was impressive in the early stages of the film and did a truly remarkable job to show her diversity as an actress.

I also enjoyed the family cohesion between the Father (John) and the Mother (Emma) played by Tony Goldwyn and Monica Potter respectively. And their strong bond and trust in each other help them handle the terrifying situation that they find themselves in.

I was honestly surprised by this film and I found the Last House on the Left to be much better than I anticipated. It is graphically violent and the very last scene of the film was questionable on whether it is possible or even realistic. But this movie keeps you entertained, on the edge of your seat and highly anxious. Particularly throughout the last half of the film where you are treated to a lot of nervous tension.

8/10.