Cast
View AllYang Miller
as Casey / Ty Small Wood
Mitch Rose
as Ranger Danger
Rusnico Canonigo Jr.
as Office Worker
Kasey Cooper
as Shane
Jay Hanna
as Warden
Sandy Irvine
as Old Lady
Arron Kinser
as Stealth Fighter Pilot
Mike Kolar
as Chef
Ed Larson
as Head Chef
Nigel Lyons
as Hillbilly
Jimmy Mak
as Conductor #1
Dustin Meadows
as Santa Claus
James Myers
as Jones
Zach Riedmaier
as Dr. Billington
Jameson Rogers
as Ticket Agent
Crew
Director
- Travis Irvine
Writer
- Travis Irvine
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Action/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Killer Raccoons 2: Dark Christmas in the Dark presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Travis Irvine 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 Killer Raccoons 2: Dark Christmas in the Dark took approximately 36 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.1 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 160 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 5, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 36m
- Budget: $50,000