Movie Cosmos - The Roommate

Description:

When Sara, a young design student from Iowa, arrives for college in Los Angeles, she is eager to fit in and get to know the big city. Her wealthy roommate, Rebecca, is more than eager to take Sara under her wing and show her the ropes. The two become close, but when Sara begins to branch out and make more friends on campus, Rebecca becomes resentful. Alarmed, Sara moves in with her new boyfriend, causing Rebecca's behavior to take a violent turn.

Top Cast >

Leighton Meester

As Rebecca Evans

Minka Kelly

As Sara Matthews

Cam Gigandet

As Stephen

Aly Michalka

As Tracy

Danneel Ackles

As Irene

Frances Fisher

As Rebecca's Mom

Tomas Arana

As Rebecca's Dad

Billy Zane

As Professor Roberts

Nina Dobrev

As Maria

Matt Lanter

As Jason

Kat Graham

As Kim

Johannes Raassina

As Band Member

Cameron Fisher Brousseau

As Band Member

Evan Michael Brown

As Band Member

Alex Meraz

As Frat Boy

Jerrika Hinton

As Girl Student

Jennifer Cadena

As Dorm R.A.

Adam Saunders

As Handsome Guy

Cory Tucker

As Club Bartender

Will McFadden

As Club Guy

Munda Razooki

As Club Guy

Ryan Doom

As Rick

Carrie Finklea

As Bookstore Girl

Andrej Nagy

As Older Designer

Ashleigh Falls

As Make-Up Girl

Jacqueline Mazarella

As Woman Professor

Nathan Parsons

As Coffee Shop Cashier

Elena Franklin

As Maria's Girlfriend

Lauren Storm

As Maria's Girlfriend

Stacy Barnhisel

As Librarian

Cherilyn Wilson

As Frat Party Girl

A.J. Hunt

As Tattoo Artist

G.O. Parsons

As Mocha Kid

Brian David Miller

As Frat Bouncer

Jake Perry

As Slacker Co-Worker

Cayla Korven Cauble

As Tracy's Friend

Lauren Alfano

As Samantha Tangent (uncredited)

Top Crew >

Christian E. Christiansen

Director

George Flynn

Producer

Richard Robertson

Producer, Writer

Chris Bylsma

Writer, Producer

Sonny Mallhi

Executive Producer, Writer

Phil Parmet

Director of Photography

Jon Gary Steele

Production Design

Doug Davison

Producer

Nick Bylsma

Executive Producer, Writer

Randy Bricker

Editor

Lindsey Hayes Kroeger

Casting

John Frizzell

Original Music Composer

Irene Yeung

Producer

Paul Tennis

Producer

Beau Marks

Executive Producer

Diana R. Lupo

Stunt Double

Shauna Duggins

Stunt Double

Lance Gilbert

Stunt Coordinator

Roy Lee

Producer

Jimmy N. Roberts

Stunt Double

Stacey Carino

Stunt Double

Reviews:

RalphRahal (3/10)

The Roommate is a psychological thriller that starts with some promise but quickly slips into familiar territory. The setup is intriguing, with Leighton Meester delivering a solid performance that brings just enough edge to keep things mildly interesting. Unfortunately, the movie doesn’t take any risks and sticks too closely to the formula, making the plot feel predictable and the suspense more muted than it should be. The pacing doesn’t help either; the first half feels like it’s dragging, and if you’re not fully invested, you might find your attention wandering.

Visually, the movie looks polished, and the college setting feels realistic, but the story lacks depth. While it’s watchable, especially if you’re just looking for a casual late-night movie, it doesn’t do much to stand out in its genre. It’s not a bad movie, it’s just a forgettable one. If you’re up for something light and don’t mind a few thriller clichés, it might still be worth a shot. Otherwise, it’s the kind of movie you’ll struggle to stay awake through, literally.

2025-01-09