Cast
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Kevin Gage
as Mike Gage
Elizabeth Peña
as Toni Gage
Brett Harrelson
as Steve Christian
Robert Englund
as Jackson Roth
Linda Cardellini
as Genevieve Gage
Tucker Smallwood
as Captain Churchill Robbins
Ivonne Coll
as Rose Stravelli
Amy Smart
as Angela Stravelli
Dee Snider
as Captain Howdy / Carleton Hendricks
Amal Rhoe
as Tiana Moore
Robert LaSardo
as Matt Myers
Andrew Cooper
as Victim Bob
Archie Smith
as Elderly Man
Jillian McWhirter
as Carol Anne Chalmers-Perez
Leslie Wing
as Madeline Roth
Crew
Director
- John Pieplow
Writer
- Dee Snider
Producer
- Dee Snider
- David L. Bushell
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. Strangeland presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director John Pieplow 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 1998, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Strangeland took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $1.1 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1727 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1998, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 2, 1998
- Runtime: 1h 26m
- Budget: $1,100,000
- Revenue: $631,221