Cast
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Kaytlin Borgen
as Gwen
Morgan Peter Brown
as Spencer
Dove Meir
as Frazer
Whitney Moore
as Katrina
Tiffany Smith
as Samantha
Jeff Torres
as Matthew
Amber Benson
as Maya
Chloe Dykstra
as Nancy
Julian Lambert
as Older Nancy
Paradox Pollack
as The Demon
Brian Townes
as Derek
Jeff Berg
as Jeff
Alexia Dox
as Dawn
Taliesin Jaffe
as Dave
Michael Parness
as Gwen's Father
Crew
Director
- Patrick Meaney
Writer
- Patrick Meaney
Producer
- Brian Townes
- Jordan Rennert
- Jordan Byrne
- Patrick Meaney
Reviews
Gimly
I recognise a decent number of the faces in _House of Demons_, but these faces are not the faces of actors... I'm not even saying that to be rude, I mean they literally aren't professional actors, as in, they have jobs and those jobs lie outside of the realm of acting. It was quite the experience to sit down to watch my dodgy horror movie for the night and realise "Oh damn, that's classic schmoe Tiffany Smith!" and so on. Even with that aside, _House of Demons_ was not the typical dodgy horror I was expecting. It's actually got a fair bit of originality, and is really more of a psychedelic moral exploration than the straight up cabin in the woods/haunted house movie I thought I was in store for. I mean, none of these things make _House of Demons_ **good**, but still, well worth noting.
_Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._
Mar 9, 2018
Thematic Analysis
This Drama/Thriller/Horror/Science Fiction/Fantasy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. House of Demons presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Patrick Meaney 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 character development and emotional depth 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 House of Demons took approximately 5 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 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 film contains approximately 1915 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While House of Demons shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Mulholland Drive, which focuses more on action than character development, House of Demons subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Prestige and Sunshine explore similar territory, House of Demons stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
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: February 6, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 30m
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