Cast
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Missi Pyle
as Herself / Mabel
Penn Jillette
as Herbert Blount
Harry Hamlin
as Godfrey Winters
Hayes MacArthur
as Reed
Lin Shaye
as Captain Wheeler
Gilbert Gottfried
as Superintendent
Adam Rifkin
as Adam Rifkin
Marshall Bell
as Moving Company Guy
Nestor Carbonell
as Perry
Teller
as Rudy Nelson
Dean Cameron
as Brian
Bree Olson
as Sexy Nurse
Lisa Rinna
as Self
Rob Steinberg
as Detective Whiteside
Bridey Elliott
as Wardrobe Girl
Crew
Director
- Adam Rifkin
Writer
- Penn Jillette
Producer
- Adam Rifkin
- Penn Jillette
- Peter Adam Golden
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Comedy/Thriller/Crime film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Director's Cut presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Adam Rifkin 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 2016, 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 Director's Cut took approximately 3 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 82 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 126 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 66 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 19, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 22m
- Budget: $5,000,000
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