Let Me In


Tells the story of Owen, a twelve year old boy who is feeling increasingly isolated and alone. Enduring the bitter divorce between his parents, and being the target of relentless bullies at school, the friendless and helpless Owen secretly spends his time entertaining thoughts of revenge against his tormentors.

When a mysterious young girl and her father move into the complex, Owen finds an unlikely friend in Abby. There’s something different about Abby… she only ever seems to come out in the dark of night. But as the two get to know each other in the building playground, their friendship deepens, affording each of them the unconditional love and acceptance they crave.

When Owen finally learns just exactly what makes Abby so mysterious, their devotion and bond become unbreakable.

CURRENT STATUS: 
Now On DVD
Tells the story of Owen, a twelve year old boy who is feeling increasingly isolated and alone. Enduring the bitter divorce between his parents, and being the target of relentless bullies at school, the friendless and helpless Owen secretly spends his time entertaining thoughts of revenge against his tormentors. 
 
When a mysterious young girl and her father move into the complex, Owen finds an unlikely friend in Abby. There’s something different about Abby… she only ever seems to come out in the dark of night. But as the two get to know each other in the building playground, their friendship deepens, affording each of them the unconditional love and acceptance they crave. 
 
When Owen finally learns just exactly what makes Abby so mysterious, their devotion and bond become unbreakable.


RELEASE DATE
October 1, 2010
February 1, 2011 (DVD)
CURRENT STATUS
Now On DVD
LANGUAGE
English
PRODUCED BY
EFTI
Hammer Film Productions
Overture Films
MPAA RATING
R "strong bloody horror violence, language and a brief sexual situation."
DIRECTED BY
Matt Reeves
WRITTEN BY
Matt Reeves
STARRING
Kodi Smit-McPhee
Chloe Moretz
Richard Jenkins
Elias Koteas
Cara Buono
Sasha Barrese 

PROJECT DETAILS
  • Filming in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  • It's said that the filmmakers intend to pay respect to the original Swedish version, but also forge a unique identity for the flick, placing it firmly in an American context.
  • Originally had a January 15th 2010 theatrical release set.
  • Filming was originally expected to begin sometime in May '09.
  • Matt Reeves reportedly vows that he will have two young leads like the original and not "age" the characters to appease a wider American audience.
  • The filmmakers are looking to keep the same snowy theme as the original.
  • It's said that the film will take place in the 80's in Colorado.
  • Originally had the full title Let the Right One In.
  • Written and directed by Matt Reeves (Cloverfield).
  • Hammer Films (Beyond the Rave) and Spitfire Pictures are behind this.
  • A remake of the the Swedish film, which is also based on the novel by John Ajvide Lindqvist.
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