Cast
Rene Arnal
Michael
Ian J.R. Bryant
Matthew
Virginia Bryant
Mary
Kelly Dettmer
Joan
Jessica Galvan
Trish
Jackie Hall
Woman #2
Dennis Janiske
Dr. Paige
Doug Kolbicz
Tommy
Cyndi Kulman
Tabatha
James Arthur Lewis
James
Brian Manthei
Stranger
Jon Manthei
The Phobia / Gabriel
Debbie Rozskowski
Mamma Bear
April Treece
Woman #1
Jaclyn Wells
Woman
Crew
Director
- Joseph Thompson
- Jon Manthei
Writer
- Joseph Thompson
- Jon Manthei
Producer
- Joseph Thompson
- Jon Manthei
- Alaina Marie Manthei
- Robby Melling
- Chris Rosik
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. Terror! Death! Revenge! presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Joseph Thompson 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 2018, 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 Terror! Death! Revenge! took approximately 9 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 65 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 93 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 44 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 5, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 5m
- Budget: $25,000