DramaThriller

The Glass House

- The glass is about to be shattered...

When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, seems to be the beginning of a new life for them.

Release Date : 2001-09-14

Language :SpanishEnglish

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : Original FilmColumbia Pictures

Production Country : United States of America

Alternative Titles :

Cast

Character Name : Ruby Baker

Original Name : Leelee Sobieski

Gender : Female

Character Name : Erin Glass

Original Name : Diane Lane

Gender : Female

Character Name : Terence Glass

Original Name : Stellan Skarsgård

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rhett Baker

Original Name : Trevor Morgan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Uncle Jack

Original Name : Chris Noth

Gender : Male

Character Name : Alvin Begleiter

Original Name : Bruce Dern

Gender : Male

Character Name : Nancy Ryan

Original Name : Kathy Baker

Gender : Female

Character Name : Dave Baker

Original Name : Michael O'Keefe

Gender : Male

Character Name : Don

Original Name : Vyto Ruginis

Gender : Male

Character Name : Whitey

Original Name : Gavin O'Connor

Gender : Male

Character Name : Tasha

Original Name : Carly Pope

Gender : Female

Character Name : E.B.

Original Name : China Shavers

Gender : Female

Character Name : Zoe

Original Name : Agnes Bruckner

Gender : Female

Character Name : Mr. Kim

Original Name : Michael Paul Chan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Hannah

Original Name : Rachel Wilson

Gender : Female

Character Name : Vice Principal

Original Name : Rutanya Alda

Gender : Female

Character Name : Ted Ross

Original Name : Erick Avari

Gender : Male

Character Name : 5-year-old Ruby

Original Name : Mia Barrentine

Gender : Male

Character Name : Driving Instructor

Original Name : John Billingsley

Gender : Male

Character Name : Cop

Original Name : Richard Anthony Crenna

Gender : Male

Character Name : Deirdre

Original Name : Maia Danziger

Gender : Female

Character Name : Waitress

Original Name : Leslie Sackheim

Gender : Female

Character Name : Officer

Original Name : Stephanie Ittleson

Gender : Female

Character Name : Minister

Original Name : Harry Johnson

Gender : Male

Character Name : Girl

Original Name : January Jones

Gender : Female

Character Name : Sheriff

Original Name : Kirk Kinder

Gender : Male

Character Name : Receptionist

Original Name : Maya McLaughlin

Gender : Male

Character Name : Psycho Killer

Original Name : Wayne Morse

Gender : Male

Character Name : Teen Queen

Original Name : Michele Nordin

Gender : Female

Character Name : Mechanic

Original Name : Brent Sexton

Gender : Male

Character Name : Traffic Cop

Original Name : Paul Tuerpe

Gender : Male

Character Name : Vicki

Original Name : Julia Vera

Gender : Female

Character Name : Male Student

Original Name : Hunter Shepard

Gender : Male

Character Name : Miss Drake

Original Name : Kim Webster

Gender : Female

Character Name : Cop

Original Name : D. Elliot Woods

Gender : Male

Character Name : Valet

Original Name : Kempton Kilbarger

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mrs. Morgan

Original Name : Alice Hirson

Gender : Female

Character Name : Mr. Morgan

Original Name : Drew Snyder

Gender : Male

Character Name : Grace Avery Baker (uncredited)

Original Name : Rita Wilson

Gender : Female

Reviews

Gimly

@Ruuz

2021-06-23

There was really no intrigue in _The Glass House_ which is missing a pretty fundamental step when you're making a mystery/thriller. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._

Wuchak

@Wuchak

2021-06-23

***Sad drama with Leelee Sobieski and Stellan Skarsgård switches to thriller*** A suddenly orphaned teen girl (Leelee Sobieski) & her little brother start a new life in Malibu with their guardians (Stellan Skarsgård & Diane Lane), who might not be the caring friends of their parents they seem to be. Bruce Dern is on hand as a lawyer. “The Glass House” (2001) starts as a melancholic drama with the general plot, setting and tone of “Poison Ivy” (1992), but without the lethal Lolita angle. It eventually morphs into a suspense/thriller à la “Enough” (2002), just don’t expect Leelee to change into Rambo, like J-Lo. Sobieski as protagonist Ruby is one-dimensionally sullen, which fits the situation, but it gives a lifeless vibe to the proceedings. Some critics claim the last act is predictable, but it's really not, excepting the fact that two people ultimately square off (which is obvious from the beginning). I'd cite examples but don't want to give away spoilers. The film runs 1 hour, 46 minutes, and was shot in Malibu & that general area of Los Angeles. GRADE: B-

RalphRahal

@RalphRahal

2025-01-11

The Glass House is one of those movies that might not blow you away but keeps you intrigued with its unsettling vibe. The cold, modern house perfectly mirrors the eerie atmosphere, creating an unsettling backdrop for the story. The cinematography uses this to its advantage, making the environment feel as much a part of the tension as the characters themselves. Leelee Sobieski delivers a standout performance, convincingly portraying her character’s growth and determination amidst the unfolding mystery. Stellan Skarsgård adds another layer with his chilling yet restrained presence, keeping you on edge even when the story feels familiar. Sure, the plot leans toward predictable territory, which seems to be a sticking point for critics, but the film’s strength lies in how it teases the possibility of different outcomes. Even if the ending plays it safe, the journey there has enough intrigue to hold your attention. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s a solid thriller with good acting, a cold and unsettling tone, and just enough tension to make it worth a watch. If you’re in the mood for something straightforward yet atmospheric, it’s a decent pick.