Cast
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Marlene Hauser
as Kathi (The Sinful Women of Höllfall)
Luzia Oppermann
as Valerie (The Sinful Women of Höllfall)
Birgit Minichmayr
as The Mother (The Sinful Women of Höllfall)
Naz Sayıner
as Girl (Haunted by Al Karisi, the Childbirth Djinn)
Andrzej Konopka
as Kindler (The Kindler and the Virgin)
Jilon VanOver
as Chris (Beware the Melonheads)
Sarah Navratil
as Macie (Beware the Melonheads)
Paul J. Ford
as Doctor (Beware the Melonheads)
Vangelis Mourikis
as Panagas (Whatever Happened to Panagas the Pagan?)
Antonis Tsiotsiopoulos
as Plakountas (Whatever Happened to Panagas the Pagan?)
Niharika Singh
as The Sadhvi (The Palace of Horrors)
Lili Epply
as Anni (A Nocturnal Breath)
Thomas Schubert
as Xaver (A Nocturnal Breath)
Károly Hajduk
as Tivadar (Cobblers’ Lot)
Péter Jankovics
as Botond (Cobblers’ Lot)
Crew
Director
- Agnieszka Smoczyńska
- Can Evrenol
- Peter Strickland
- Yannis Veslemes
- Katrin Gebbe
- Veronika Franz
- Severin Fiala
- Calvin Lee Reeder
- Ashim Ahluwalia
Producer
- Tony Malzone
- Ant Timpson
- Tim League
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Field Guide to Evil presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Agnieszka Smoczyńska 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 2018, 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 The Field Guide to Evil took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 117 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 143 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2018, 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
While The Field Guide to Evil shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Host, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Field Guide to Evil subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Monster Man and In My Skin explore similar territory, The Field Guide to Evil stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: October 11, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 57m
