Cast
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Wilmer Valderrama
as Diego de la Muerte
Angie Cepeda
as Maria
Joel David Moore
as Zak
Michael Parks
as Sheriff Ezra Stone
Tony Plana
as Aparicio
E.J. Callahan
as The Monsignor
Tony Amendola
as Padre Somera
Alfonso Arau
as Tezcatlipoca (voice)
Billy Drago
as The Old Indian
María Conchita Alonso
as The Nun
Darien Dikeos
as Young Diego
Aldo Gonzalez
as Cameo
D. Taylor Loeb
as Celia
Vince Lozano
as Coyote
Michael Macoul
as Remy
Crew
Director
- Brian Cox
Writer
- Brian Cox
Producer
- Larry Rattner
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Thriller/Romance film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Dead One presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Brian Cox 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 2007, 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 Dead One took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $1.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 134 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 79 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 30m
- Budget: $1,000,000
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