Cast
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Angelica Alleruzzo
as
Antonio Alveario
as Domestico
Aran Bevan
as Peter Hoffman
Alessio Bonaffini
as Padre Alfredo
Terence Booth
as Rod
Claudio Castrogiovanni
as Calarco
Arcangelo Ciulla
as Niccolò
Matteo De Gregori
as Sconsacrato
Henry Douthwaite
as Norman Nash
Rosie Fellner
as Harriet
Elisabetta Fusari
as Jane
Lorella Galvani
as Insegnante
Gabriele Greco
as Edgar
Katia Greco
as Blanca
Giuseppe Marino
as
Crew
Director
- Christian Bisceglia
Producer
- Francesco Romeres
- Christian Bisceglia
- Angelo Poggi
- Ascanio Malgarini
- Alessandro D'Amario
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. Cruel Peter presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Christian Bisceglia 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 2020, 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 Cruel Peter took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 6, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 35m
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