The Girl Next Door (Unrated Version) |  | Director: Luke Greenfield
Actors: Emile Hirsch, Nicholas Downs, Elisha Cuthbert, Timothy Olyphant, James Remar
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Category: DVD
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Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 108 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: D2223586D
UPC: 024543135869
EAN: 0024543135869
ASIN: B00005JMX6
Theatrical Release Date: March 27, 2004
Release Date: August 24, 2004
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While it suffered a nearly unanimous beating from critics, The Girl Next Door attracted more than a few loyal defenders during its brief box-office lifespan. It pales when compared to its teen-comedy role model (the 1983 classic Risky Business), but you've got to admit that any movie about a teenager whose new next-door neighbor is a 19-year-old former porn star has bona fide cult-movie potential. To its credit, this rather schizoid blend of sleaze and comedy boasts an engaging pair of costars in Emile Hirsch (as the smitten, voyeuristic virgin) and 24's Elisha Cuthbert (as his sexy new house-sitting neighbor). And there are some good laughs in a script that takes unexpected turns when we learn that Cuthbert's character is trying to leave her porn-star past behind, to the chagrin of her pimp-like producer (Timothy Olyphant, in a scene-stealing role). Faring somewhat better than he did with the Rob Schneider non-comedy The Animal, director Luke Greenfield clearly recalls the turbulence that goes hand-in-hand with being young, horny, and confused. There's honesty and even (dare we say it?) maturity to be found in this raging-hormone fantasy, even if it's partially buried in a convoluted plot that's appalling or appealing, depending on your tolerance for good-natured prurience. --Jeff Shannon
Product Description
Eighteen-year-old matthew kidman is a straight-laced overachiever who has never really lived life - until he falls for his beautiful new neighbor. When matthew discovers his perfect girl next door is a former porn star his sheltered existence spins out of control. Studio: Tcfhe Release Date: 01/09/2007 Starring: Elisha Cuthbert Emile Hirsch Run time: 109 minutes Rating: Ur Director: Luke Greenfield
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 I liked it the first time better January 29, 2010
B. Kenney (Hampton, VA)
Nice movie but I liked it the first time when it was called "Risky Business".
Elisha Cuthbert is an amazing talent December 8, 2009
Charles Pierce II (Santa Clara, CA, USA)
While Elisha Cuthbert is "only" the love interest and doesn't have the lead role, her talent overshadows all the other performances and is in a different league. As a whole, the film is well acted, well directed and has a polished feel to it. But a silly premise and a storyline riddled with obvious logical gaps take the movie down to a two star level. What rescues this movie from mediocrity is Ms. Cuthbert's performance. Her acting range is amazing, making her an American version of Audrey Tautou, who's been credible in an stunning variety of roles. From cynical, bitter, trapped porn star to love-touched girl friend, Ms. Cuthbert takes each of her scenes to five stars. It's not her pretty body that lingers in the mind, but her evocative facial expressions. I hope she finds a path to mainstream Hollywood, which she richly deserves. Emile Hirsch is a good actor stuck with a challenging part and he manages some chemistry with Ms. Cuthbert, but he isn't in the same league. So why watch the movie? For the chance to see Elisha Cuthbert turn in a performance comparable to a legend like Barbara Stanwyck, who elevated many a corny B movie to A level, by virtue of her acting skills. Without Ms. Stanwyck, Double Indemnity would be a strange curiousity instead of film noir virtuosity. Elisha Cuthbert has the same level of raw talent.
 Finally on Blu-Ray December 6, 2009
C. Luckwald (Grand Rapids, MI)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is one of my all time favorite comedies. And at long last it's made it's way onto Blu-Ray, and it looks great. An excellent addition to a Blu-Ray collection.
Girl Next Door Dvd with Digital Copy December 3, 2009
W. Castillo (Englewood, NJ)
I love this movie! such a great soundtrack! im watchin the digital copy on my ipod at work right now!
Great movie December 1, 2009
Arthur R. Flint
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Very enjoyable movie, lite hearted in places, funny in places and a movie that shows what can be done to help another person when you care. Beware because this is not a movie for young people because of the emphasis on sex. This movie is even better because of the blu ray format.
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