Cast
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Steve Bacic
as Pepper
Gary Stretch
as Nash
Francesco Quinn
as Amad
Michael Madsen
as Cooper
Chris Kramer
as Jonathan
Colin Lawrence
as JT
Vince Murdocco
as Frank
Maryam Ghaeni
as Soroya
Charlotte Newhouse
as Tracey
Steven Cree Molison
as Rick
Pete Antico
as Joey
Sasha Lakovic
as Russian Soldier
Mig Macario
as Monk 1
Aaron Au
as Monk 2
Karina Carreck
as Market Moll
Crew
Director
- Allan Harmon
Writer
- Christine Stringer
Producer
- Fiona Duncanson
- Brandon K. Hogan
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Thematic Analysis
This Adventure/Horror/Drama film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Afghan Knights presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Allan Harmon brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2007, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Afghan Knights took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1939 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 30m
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