Cast
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Sophie Thurling
as Emily Beckman
Lucas Pittaway
as Kyle Jefferies
Andy McPhee
as Eddie
Roger Ward
as Dougie
Brendan Bacon
as Harrison Beckman
Daniel Reader
as Barry
Daniel Facciolo
as Brad Barns
Lorin Kauffeld
as Nina Hancock
Martin Astifo
as Dave Eddison
Sunny S. Walia
as Chad Blavinski
Damian Oehme
as Biff
Dave Beamish
as Jimmy Maxwell
Tom Vogel
as Boris
Dirk Faller
as Morel
Maria Tevelis
as Mara Nov
Crew
Director
- James Di Martino
Writer
- James Di Martino
Producer
- Rhys Sherring
- Lucinda Bruce
- James Di Martino
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 Faceless Man presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director James Di Martino 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 The Faceless Man took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 106 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 115 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 12, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 46m