Cast
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Rebecka Hemse
as Sara
Jesper Salén
as Felix
Jenny Ulving
as Therese
Peter Eggers
as Leo
Rebecca Ferguson
as Amanda
Daniel Larsson
as Måns
Frans Wiklund
as Yngve
Erik Hultqvist
as Markus
Anders Ekborg
as Thomas
Kerstin Steinbach
as Laila
Stig Engström
as Professor Ek
Anders Ahlbom Rosendahl
as Bengt
Bojan Westin
as Anna-Lisa
Tommy Andersson
as The Father
Kjell Bergqvist
as Peder Weine
Crew
Director
- Mikael Håfström
Writer
- Mikael Håfström
- Vasa
Producer
- Hans Lönnerheden
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Drowning Ghost presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Mikael Håfström 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 2004, 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 Drowning Ghost took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 2376 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 417 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2004, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- 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: October 14, 2004
- Runtime: 1h 40m