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One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery

One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2024)

Apr 05, 2024 1h 24m Mystery Drama

Hannah Swensen has been asked to teach a baking class at the college in town, but her equipment is tampered with causing an explosion that the fire department rules an accident. Soon, a colleague ends up dead and Hannah begins to put together the puzzle of the mysterious circumstances surrounding the murder. Hannah leans on her friends and family to collect the breadcrumbs of foul play and put them together, and meets a different side of law and order when Lake Eden's prosecuting attorney Chad Norton enters her life.

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Directed by Shannon Kohli

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Crew

Director
  • Shannon Kohli
Writer
  • Alison Sweeney
Producer
  • Kevin Leslie

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Shannon Kohli 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 2024, 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 One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The film contains approximately 982 individual shots.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2024, when this film is released:
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 5, 2024
  • Runtime: 1h 24m

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