Cast
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Dustin Nguyen
as Johnny
Sahajak Boonthanakit
as Peter
Scott Adkins
as Steven
Gary Daniels
as Sammy
Prinya Intachai
as Karn
Kane Kosugi
as Kane
Ammy Chanicha
as Joy
Nicole Theriault
as Ploy
Nina Paosut
as Angel
Alexandra Merle
as Crystal
Ilya Grad
as Patrick
Natalie Lorence
as Sarah
Ron Smoorenburg
as Door Thug
Yuhkoh Matsuguchi
as Thug 1
Damian Mavis
as Thug 2
Crew
Director
- Wych Kaosayananda
Writer
- Wych Kaosayananda
Producer
- Douglas Kahelemauna Nam
- Marcus Warren
- Stephanie Alameida
- Andre Meyers
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Thriller/Action/Crime film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Zero Tolerance distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Wych Kaosayananda 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 2015, 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 Zero Tolerance took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $5.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 917 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2015, 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: September 1, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 29m
- Budget: $5,000,000
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