Cast
View AllBarrence Anthony
as Torrence
Nyah Anthony
as Playground Kid
Paris Anthony
as Playground Kid
Aydin Assan
as Demon
Daechon Augburn-Boykins
as Playground Kid
Stephanie E. Baker
as Journey Daniels
Brent Bauer
as Belltower
Alex Berry
as Demon
Altorro Prince Black
as Charles 'Ruckus' Sisper
Tiffany Boggs
as Demon
Ryo Brolanos
as Demon
Rick Brooks
as Crooks
Jalen R. Brown
as Playground Kid
Ronald Buchanan
as Demon
Maya Nicole Bynum
as Playground Kid
Crew
Director
- Otis Lowe
Writer
- Otis Lowe
Producer
- Otis Lowe
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Action/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Nightfall: Second World III presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Otis Lowe 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 2013, 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 Nightfall: Second World III took approximately 13 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 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 110 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 46 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1460 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 23, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 27m
- Budget: $3,000