Cast
View AllAmy Perfect
as Kelly
Fiona Glascott
as Christina
Boyan Vukelic
as Brad
John Tench
as Travis
Derek Hamilton
as T.K.
Vladimira Pitelova
as Primera mujer paseando
Michael Kňažko
as Narrador (voz)
Marie Veckova
as Cute Barmaid
Milan Furst
as Camarero
Eva Sutsková
as Segunda mujer paseando
Jakub Karduljak
as Carterista
Josef Kostka
as Anciano
Milan Slepička
as Guardia
Hana Frejková
as Old Woman
Crew
Director
- John A. Curtis
Writer
- Merlin Ward
- Kim Small
- Jennifer Daley
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Mystery/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Within presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director John A. Curtis 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 2005, 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 Within took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 153 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 233 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2005, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- 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: January 1, 2005
- Runtime: 1h 33m