Cast
View AllJamie Dufault
as Josh
Michael Thurber
as Forresster
Samantha Acampora
as Meg
Rich Tretheway
as Professor McKinnon
Nathaniel Sylva
as Mark
Sean Sullivan
as Leon
Lee Rush
as Mrs. Greene
Nick Apostolides
as Loco Larry
Kevin Killavey
as Ryan
Christopher L. Ferreira
as Tom
Elyssa Baldassarri
as Angela
Daniel Lee White
as Blake
David Adams Murphy
as Professor Belanger
Dave Almeida
as Professor Schwartz
Timothy Bonavita
as Ricky
Crew
Director
- Richard Griffin
Writer
- Lenny Schwartz
Producer
- Kristin Kayala
- Ted Marr
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Thriller/Horror/Mystery film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Murder University presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Richard Griffin 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 Murder University took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 209 unique costume pieces for the production.
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: August 1, 2012
- Runtime: 1h 36m
- Budget: $20,000