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The Survival Games

The Survival Games (2012)

Nov 20, 2012 1h 35m Action

When you go camping, you expect to put up with a few hardships--bugs, mosquitoes, maybe even some rain. But you don't expect your weekend to include kidnapping, guns, and fighting for your life.

Directed by Mike Corkle

Cast

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Konrad Case

as Mike

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Robin Zamora

as Luther

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Mischa McCortney

as Jenny

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Stephanie Barone

as Tina

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Heather Gornall

as Victoria

Christos Vasilopoulos
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Christos Vasilopoulos

as Hector

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Andrew Olson

as Brian

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Thorin Meyer

as Thor

Lacey Hannan
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Lacey Hannan

as Buffy

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Kent Masloskie

as McKay

Jessica Merideth
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Jessica Merideth

as Bunny

Crew

Director
  • Mike Corkle
Writer
  • Mark Micucci
Producer
  • Mike Corkle
  • Tanya Thanadpojanamart

Reviews

trevs707
4/10

A great deal of the movie is taken up with shots of people running through the woods, and bizarrely ending up at the campsite setup by the two couples. The plot is quite predictable, and like many films of this genre, the the good guys don't take the opportunity to finish the bad guys off as soon as they could. My score is 4/10.

Feb 11, 2021

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Thematic Analysis

This high-octane Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, The Survival Games distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.

Director Mike Corkle 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 The Survival Games took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
  • The film contains approximately 2085 individual shots.
  • The costume department created over 444 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.

Historical Context

  • In 2012, 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: November 20, 2012
  • Runtime: 1h 35m

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