http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx If you're asking yourself what to see when you're in the mood for a thriller and a comedy, then you might just want to get to rent DISTURBIA. It's by no means spectacular filmmaking, but it is a movie that has everything you want in an enjoyable night plopped in front of your TV. In an age of You Tube, cell phone cameras, and reality television, DISTURBIA&rsquo;s REAR WINDOW-esque storyline is properly adapted for the techno-savvy. Shia LaBeouf stars as Kale, an angst-ridden troublemaker who lands himself on house arrest for the summer. After his mother (Carrie-Anne Moss) strips him of all his creature comforts, Kale discovers &quot;true reality television&quot; while watching his neighbors through a handful of well-placed binoculars--the two most fascinating being the pretty girl next door, Ashley (newcomer Sarah Roemer), and the mysterious Mr. Turner (the ultra-creepy David Morse). After a series of freaky coincidences, Kale is convinced that Mr. Turner is a serial killer. With the help of Ashley, his best friend Ronnie (Aaron Yoo), and a host of cameras, cell phones, and the always-needed Internet, Kale tries to uncover what's going on behind closed doors. As is true of most teen thrillers, the script isn't what grabs you. It's the performances. A few critics have compared Shia LaBeouf to Tom Cruise, but I'd rather not insult the guy. I'm going to compare him to John Cusack circa 1989. LaBeouf's got the good looks, great onscreen charm, and above all, acting chops just like Cusack did (and still does). I loved him in HOLES, and he was just as fun to watch in DISTURBIA. LaBeouf plays the troubled teen equally as well as the empowered young man. He makes Kale into a likable character that garners cheers from the audience every step of the way. en-US Critics Rant info@criticsrant.com Subtext Version 1.9.4.0 http://www.criticsrant.com/images/default_gravatar_bullhorn.png http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx 77 60 http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1150 Good review of a so-so flick, but "Rear Window" was much better. The "house arrest" angle was too anti-climatic for my taste. robertfkent http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1150 Sat, 11 Aug 2007 05:08:10 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1154 It starts off AWESOME! There is a bucolic and serenely peaceful father son bonding scene and then a HUGE, shocking surprise! This was the first time in years that I actually GASPED at something in a movie. After such a BIG start, I thought this movie would be great. Unfortunately, it really isnt. It COULD have been a great psychological thriller, instead it tries to appeal to everyone and falls short. There is just too much pandering to the teenage crowd. If there had been a little less teenage angst and horniness and a little more actual character development, it would have been one of the BIGGEST films of the year in my opinion.<br /><br />The story is pretty good though, and the acting is solid. Hazelnut http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1154 Sun, 12 Aug 2007 03:08:31 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1328 I thought this movie was totally awsome and what a twist it had . ralphespinoza http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1328 Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:59:37 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1400 I found the movie easy to watch and just enough suspense to capture my attention but not make me cringe under the covers juliejamron http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1400 Mon, 10 Sep 2007 02:53:53 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1431 I had seen the previews for this movie before it had came out. After watching the movie, I thought it was pretty good. I liked the suspense in the movie. You never what or how things were going. In all and all it was pretty good to watch. m_nuno1980 http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1431 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 17:46:18 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1628 I've never watched this movie but after watching the previews, I can't wait to see it. Krystal32 http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1628 Thu, 04 Oct 2007 15:41:56 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1775 a real good one. WAVELYN http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1775 Mon, 15 Oct 2007 13:25:17 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1782 i still wanna see this movie. no matter what the revues are. i think this is my kinda movie. brokun1 http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1782 Mon, 15 Oct 2007 17:45:20 GMT http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1878 It was pretty good... reminded me of Rear Window. Catyanna http://www.criticsrant.com/archive/2007/08/09/DISTURBIA-Rear-Window-Meets-MTVs-Real-World.aspx#1878 Wed, 24 Oct 2007 21:48:28 GMT