The Lodger

The Lodger

Everyone is suspect.

R 2009 · 95 min · ★ 5.7 · Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Follows a seasoned detective on the trail of a ruthless killer intent on slaughtering prostitutes along West Hollywood's Sunset Strip. It appears that the murderer's grisly methods are identical to that of London's infamous 19th century psychopath Jack the Ripper – a relentless serial killer who was never caught by police. To make matters worse, the detective soon notices the parallels between the crimes committed by the West Hollywood stalker and those of a serial murderer incarcerated years ago. Could the wrong man be behind bars?

Directed by David Ondaatje

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Alfred Molina Chandler Manning
Hope Davis Ellen Bunting
Shane West Street Wilkenson
Donal Logue Bunting
Philip Baker Hall Captain Smith
Rachael Leigh Cook Amanda
Rebecca Pidgeon Dr. Jessica Westmin
Simon Baker Malcolm
François Chau Sam
Mel Harris Margaret
Michael O'Hagan Bruce Lester
Roy Werner Dr. Stevens

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