Cast
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Lance Henriksen
as Roland Levy
Christopher Shyer
as Joel Gellman
Stellina Rusich
as Liza Harris
Stefanie von Pfetten
as Anne Prescott
David Livingstone
as John Leveque
Douglas O'Keeffe
as Michael Harris
Sarah-Jane Redmond
as Maria Gellman
Lideo Baldeon
as Jesus
Michael Leisen
as Manola
Fred Henderson
as Calley
Bob Dawson
as Senior Partner
Wanda Wilkinson
as Patient
Fulvio Cecere
as Correlli
William M. Gregory
as Joel's Father
Mikka Dargel
as Anne's Sister
Crew
Director
- Pat Bermel
Producer
- Pat Bermel
- Matthew Robert Kelly
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Drama/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Invitation presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Pat Bermel 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 2003, 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 Invitation took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 36 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2003, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 23, 2003
- Runtime: 1h 25m
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