Cast
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Laysla De Oliveira
as Tessa
Tom Ellis
as Victor Frankenstein
Melissa George
as Fiona Hunter
Janet Montgomery
as Grace Van Helsing
Tracie Thoms
as Mina
Seth Gabel
as Roderick Usher
Raza Jaffrey
as John Harker
Emma Booth
as Madeline Usher
Christopher Egan
as Dorian Gray
Tom Degnan
as Chris Van Helsing
Tamara Brown
as Sergeant
HoJo Rose
as Vlad Drakul(as Howard Rosenstein)
Lori Graham
as Reporter
Matthew Kabwe
as Fretful Father
Liana Montoro
as Mother of sick child
Crew
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Thematic Analysis
This Fantasy/Drama/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Gothica presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Released in 2013, 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 Gothica took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 40 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 70 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1880 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 2013
- Runtime: 40m