Cast
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Dove Cameron
as Beth
Braeden Lemasters
as Kellen
Katherine McNamara
as Lilith
Ryan McCartan
as Hunter
Laine MacNeil
as Andrea Payton
Tiffany Espensen
as Nicole
Casey Dubois
as Luke
Andrew Kavadas
as Dr. Hysteria
Keith MacKechnie
as Sheriff
Karin Konoval
as Ms. Sarkosian
Fiona Vroom
as Nora
Jacob Desormeaux
as Vampire
Carey Feehan
as Hungry Zombie
Kelly-Ruth Mercier
as Zombie Teacher
Sean Tyson
as Zombie Vendor
Crew
Director
- Peter DeLuise
Writer
- Dan Angel
- Billy Brown
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Horror/TV Movie film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. R.L. Stine's Monsterville: The Cabinet of Souls presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Peter DeLuise 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 R.L. Stine's Monsterville: The Cabinet of Souls took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $4.4 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 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
Details
- Release Date: September 29, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 25m
- Budget: $4,400,000