Cast
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Christopher Atkins
as Matthew Bronson
Edward Albert
as U.S. Deputy Marshal Coburn
Dana Barron
as Renee Bloomer
William Sanderson
as Jack Butler
John Vernon
as Slim
Fredrick Burton
as One-Eye Jack McGurk
Terry Moore
as Olive
Dennis Hayden
as Merrill
Griff Furst
as Rob
Roger Velasco
as Pedro Gonzalez
Tom Seiler
as Jake
Dan Coplan
as Joe Cormier
Darryl Chan
as Appaloosa Indian
Crew
Director
- Stephen Furst
Writer
- Tom Seiler
Producer
- Mark Terry
- Tom Seiler
- Gloria Pryor
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Western/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Stageghost presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Stephen Furst 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 2000, 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 Stageghost took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 152 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2000, 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: January 1, 2000
- Runtime: 1h 44m