The Good Neighbor 2016
"You never know who's watching"
Kasra Farahani's *The Good Neighbor (2016)* delivers a tense and unsettling dive into teenage mischief gone dangerously wrong.
Director: Kasra Farahani
Cast
Logan Miller
Ethan
Keir Gilchrist
Sean
James Caan
Harold Grainey
Bailey Noble
Carly
Lili Reinhart
Ashley
Edwin Hodge
Officer Palmer
Laura Innes
Caroline
Anne Dudek
Elise
Mindy Sterling
Mae
Tamlyn Tomita
Heather Cromwell
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *The Good Neighbor* (2016) about?
The film follows two high school filmmakers who decide to stage a haunting in their reclusive neighbor's home as a prank. What begins as a harmless scheme quickly spirals into a tense and dangerous game where the line between fiction and reality blurs.
Who directed *The Good Neighbor*?
Kasra Farahani directed *The Good Neighbor*, infusing the film with a moody, suspenseful tone that heightens the psychological tension.
Who stars in *The Good Neighbor*?
The cast includes Logan Miller, Keir Gilchrist, James Caan, Lili Reinhart, and Bailey Noble, each bringing depth to this dark coming-of-age thriller.
Is *The Good Neighbor* (2016) worth watching?
While it didn't break out commercially, *The Good Neighbor* offers a clever and atmospheric twist on the horror-thriller genre. Fans of slow-burn suspense with a strong character focus may find it engaging, even if it's not a mainstream hit.
How long is *The Good Neighbor*?
*The Good Neighbor* runs for 98 minutes, a tight runtime that keeps the tension high without overstaying its welcome.
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About The Good Neighbor (2016) — Two teens' fake haunting spirals into a dark thriller
Kasra Farahani's *The Good Neighbor (2016)* delivers a tense and unsettling dive into teenage mischief gone dangerously wrong. When two bored high school filmmakers hatch a plan to stage a fake haunting in their reclusive neighbor's home, their prank spirals into a psychological thriller where paranoia and reality blur. Starring Logan Miller and Keir Gilchrist as the mischievous duo, the film contrasts their youthful arrogance with the looming presence of a neighbor played by the legendary James Caan, whose character's quiet menace amplifies the stakes. With sharp direction and a layered atmosphere, *The Good Neighbor* blends crime and horror to explore themes of deception, consequence, and the dark side of curiosity.
As the prank escalates, the boundaries between performance and real-life danger dissolve, leaving both characters and audience questioning what's genuine. The film's moody pacing and character-driven tension make it a standout in the thriller genre, offering a fresh take on the classic trope of neighbors from hell. With strong performances from its ensemble cast—including Lili Reinhart and Bailey Noble—it's a gripping watch for fans of slow-burn psychological horror.
