‘The Babysitter’

Despite co-producer Kevin J. Messick’s best efforts he was unable, due to contractual problems, to get this fine little film starring Alicia Silverstone (pictured) into theaters around the of “Clueless.” Silverstone reveals herself just as capable in drama as in comedy in the film’s title role. Yes, her lovely and intelligent teenager is menaced by the time her long evening of baby-sitting is over, but writer-director Guy Ferland consistently plays against the expectations of the lady-in-distress thriller (TMC Sunday at 10:45 p.m.).