Cast
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Lloyd Kaufman
as Football Announcer (voice)
Dimas Bardales
as Alex
James Baglini
as Detective Kemper
Ray DiNitto
as Lt. Gumb
Arthur Williams III
as Forensics Officer
Mike McCarthy
as Django
Demitra Papadinis
as Dr. Halloran
Alex E Edwards
as Dicky
Kamran Pathan
as Mr. Remhad
Kymm James
as Carole
Alex E Edwards
as Charles
Antonio Anderson
as Jose
Christopher Bruce Barnes
as Devonne
Ileana Carranza
as Marylynn
Michelle Smallie
as Rhonda
Crew
Director
- Paul McAroni
Writer
- Paul McAroni
Producer
- Eric Kovac
- Christine Kovac
- Tracy Sullivan
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 Streets Run Red presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Paul McAroni 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 2017, 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 Streets Run Red took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1349 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 462 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2017, 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: August 4, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 27m