Cast
View AllJaqueline Martini
as Lily
Conrad Osborne
as Jack
Edward Warner
as Lazarus / Dead Eye
Darrell Parker
as T.W. Earp
Wayne Bates
as Pastor John
Heidi Honeycutt
as Daisy
Chuck Williams
as Amos
Shonna Okada
as Christine
Paul Cardullo
as Pastor Terry
Debbie Bailey
as Christine's Friend
Michael D. Goodwin
as Zombie with Black Cowboy Hat / & 6 Gun
Carolyn Greene
as Death on a pale horse
Carrie Jones
as Old lady in rocker eating brains
Heather Saint-Noel
as Saloon Zombie / Villager (as Heather Clark)
Crew
Director
- Christine Parker
Writer
- Christine Parker
Producer
- Edward Warner
- Sting Cain
- Christine Parker
- Bret Harris
- Bill Mulligan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Western/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Fistful of Brains presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Christine Parker 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 2008, 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 Fistful of Brains took approximately 36 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 133 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The musical score contains over 63 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 10, 2008
- Runtime: 1h 30m