Cast
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Alberto Amarilla
as Bruno
Oona Chaplin
as Arianna
Geraldine Chaplin
as Contessa Orsini
Jun Ichikawa
as Aki
Álex Angulo
as Caligari
Francesco Carnelutti
as Ermete Astolfi
Franco Pistoni
as Girolamo Fumagalli
Silvia De Santis
as Elena
Leticia Dolera
as Leilou
Hairi Vogel
as Professor Lang
Kenji Kohashi
as Ozu
Paolo De Vita
as Orfeo
Francesco Martino
as Richard
Matteo Danese
as Matteo
Anna Cuculo
as Mrs. Niccolodi
Crew
Director
- Stefano Bessoni
Writer
- Luiso Berdejo
- Richard Stanley
Producer
- Álvaro Augustin
- Sonia Raule
- Javier Ugarte
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. Imago Mortis presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Stefano Bessoni 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 2009, 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 Imago Mortis took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $3.7 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 149 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 52 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 15, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 36m
- Budget: $3,700,000
- Revenue: $1,811,984