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Triggered

Triggered (2019)

Jul 10, 2019 1h 54m Horror Thriller Comedy

Callee Bishop has a lot of issues. Besides the fact that her town is full of brain dead bigots, there's a serial killer on the loose and, now, no one's taking her problems seriously. With the help of her friend, Ian, Callee devises a plan to get the attention back on her and her issues by faking an attack from the killer. Callee's plan backfires when the real killer sets their sights on the two friends in an effort to make them the victims they've been claiming to be. How can Callee and Ian find their way out of their web of lies before the killer claims them as yet another one of their many victims?

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Directed by Christopher Wesley Moore

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Meredith Mohler

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Jesse Dalton

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Sam Furman
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Sam Furman

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Keni Bounds

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Arian Thigpen

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Caitlyn Driscoll

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Amanda Wyss
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Alberto Meza

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Kirsty Hatfield

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Holly Bonney
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Isabella Alberti

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Crew

Director
  • Christopher Wesley Moore
Writer
  • Christopher Wesley Moore

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Thriller/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Triggered presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Christopher Wesley Moore 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 2019, 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 Triggered took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 114 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
  • The costume department created over 479 unique costume pieces for the production.

Historical Context

  • In 2019, 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: July 10, 2019
  • Runtime: 1h 54m

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