Cast
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Kevan Ohtsji
as Miles/Seije Nakamura
Taayla Markell
as Emily
Stephen Chang
as The Boss
Greg Chan
as The Butcher
Lee Tichon
as Mike
Rob Scattergood
as Darren
Caroline Chojnacki
as Linda
Ashley Schappert
as Sarah
Mike Bennett
as The Giant Executioner
Ted Friend
as White Man
Patrick Pon
as 1st Henchman
Colin Foo
as Shards
Mike Wu
as 2nd Henchman
Hansen Li
as 3rd Henchman
Jennifer Chow
as Asian Girlfriend 1
Crew
Director
- Ryan Nicholson
Writer
- Ryan Nicholson
- Roy Nicholson
Producer
- Ryan Nicholson
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Thriller/Action film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Live Feed presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Ryan Nicholson 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 2006, 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 Live Feed took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.1 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 77 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 108 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 146 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2006, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 26, 2006
- Runtime: 1h 17m
- Budget: $110,000