Cast
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Lloyd Kaufman
as Joe The Real Estate Agent
Alyssa Hunter
as Leah (segment "Never Let Go")
Katelyn Hunter
as Abigail (segment "Never Let Go")
Catharina Christie
as Sarah (segment "Never Let Go") (as Catharina Widell)
John Wuchte
as Dr. Travers (segment "Never Let Go")
Eric Lauritzen
as Adam (segment "Never Let Go")
Kerry Finlayson
as Anna (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
Gian Keys
as Tom (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
Lisa Goodman
as The Gypsy (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
David Alan Graf
as The Detective (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
Jordana Johns
as The Mistress (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
Lauren Lakis
as Helen - Age 16 (segment "Lifelike")
Elain Rinehart
as Mother (segment "Lifelike")
Djilali Rez-Kallah
as Steve (segment "Lifelike")
Kylie Rogers
as Helen - Age 8 (segment "Lifelike")
Crew
Director
- Evan Marlowe
Writer
- Kerry Finlayson
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Horror House presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Evan Marlowe 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 Horror House took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The film contains approximately 1888 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 61 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2012, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 14, 2012