Cast
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Elysia White
as Maxine
David Straus
as Simon
Joanne Jansen
as Tara
Kwame Kyei-Boateng
as Lars
Mandy May Cheetham
as Katherine
Jonathan Robbins
as Uncle Bruce
Sarah Desouza-Coelho
as Princess
Jordan Towes
as Wells
Jermaine Carty
as Steve
Devon Nicholson
as Hal the Hammer
Adrian Ellis
as Geiss
Jeff Sinasac
as Dan
Ryan Leis
as Blacksmith
Marcus Thomas
as Trainer
Robert Nolan
as Boss
Crew
Director
- Tate Young
Writer
- Jim Munroe
Producer
- Anthony Cortese
- Sean Lerner
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Haphead explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Tate Young 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 Haphead took approximately 11 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 70 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1969 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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
While Haphead shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Armitage: Dual Matrix, which focuses more on action than character development, Haphead offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like District B13 and Escape from L.A. explore similar territory, Haphead stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 22, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 10m
- Budget: $4,000
