Let the Right One In

Let the Right One In
Sweden, 2008, Tomas Alfredson, 104 mins. R

Curated by NAC Member James Brown.

When Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant), a sensitive, bullied 12-year-old boy living with his mother in suburban Sweden, meets his new neighbor, the mysterious and moody Eli (Lina Leandersson), they strike up a friendship. Initially reserved with each other, Oskar and Eli slowly form a close bond, but it soon becomes apparent that she is no ordinary young girl.

“The young actors are powerful in draining roles. We care for them more than they care for themselves.” – 3.5/4 Roger Ebert