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Deadtime Stories: Grave Secrets

Deadtime Stories: Grave Secrets (2012)

Nov 02, 2012 1h 1m Horror Family

When four friends set out to bury a dead bird, they dig up a grave that's already occupied and unearth a frightening secret about the scary old lady next door.

Directed by David Hillenbrand

Cast

Jennifer Stone
Jennifer Stone

The Babysitter

Jadon Sand
Jadon Sand

Little Boy

Grace Kaufman
Grace Kaufman

Little Girl

Taylar Hender
Taylar Hender

Amanda Peterson

Devan Leos
Devan Leos

Kevin Stewart

Diane Ladd
Diane Ladd

Barnsey

Izabela Vidovic
Izabela Vidovic

Robin Peterson

Mackenzie Brooke Smith
Mackenzie Brooke Smith

Anna

Lauren Perez

Laura Baxter

Andrew Stock

Jarrad Clark

Ashley Jones
Ashley Jones

Mrs. Peterson

Crew

Director
  • David Hillenbrand
Writer
  • Annette Cascone
  • Gina Cascone

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Family film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Deadtime Stories: Grave Secrets presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director David Hillenbrand 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2012, 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 Deadtime Stories: Grave Secrets took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 61 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 102 minutes long.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
  • The musical score contains over 51 unique compositions.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.

Historical Context

  • In 2012, when this film is released:
  • Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: November 2, 2012
  • Runtime: 1h 1m

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