Cast
View AllBen Dietels
as Doug Stevenson
Seth Gontkovic
as Mark Flowers
Nikki Howell
as Diane
Blake O'Donnell
as Robert Kello
Ryan Lintner
as Gene Phillips
Eric Martinez
as Detective Atkins
David Hammer
as Dave
Chris Crighton
as Chris
Ollis Patrick Hanley
as Pat
Steve Rudzinski
as Duncan Filmore
Nikki Nader
as Gina Stevenson
Vincent Bombara
as Todd
Danielle Dietels
as Reporter
Carrie Shoberg
as Casey
Dave Trikones
as Trik
Crew
Director
- Ben Dietels
Writer
- Ben Dietels
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. Slaughter Drive presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Ben Dietels 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 Slaughter Drive took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 102 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 871 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 38 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- 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
Details
- Release Date: October 12, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 42m
- Budget: $5,000
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