Cast
View AllPiper Collins
as Katelin
Peyton J. Evans
as Young Susan
Hannah Fierman
as Jessica
Zach Galligan
as Step Dad
Courtney Hogan
as Susan
Jonathan Horne
as Jeremy
Courtney Lakin
as Abby
Geoff McKnight
as Doll Maker
Mason Wells
as Jason
LA Winters
as Mom
Drew Youngblood
as Daniel (segment "Blood for Gold")
Timothy J. Richardson
as Brian (segment "Blood for Gold")
Lilliam Gray
as Young Jess (segment "Blood for Gold")
Matt Green
as Leprechaun (segment "Blood for Gold") (voice)
Nancy Knight
as Aunt Sally (segment "Be Careful What You Wish For")
Crew
Director
- Matt Green
Writer
- Yasmin Bakhtiari
- Nancy Knight
Producer
- Cristin Azure
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. Evil Little Things presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Matt Green 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 Evil Little Things took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 105 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 181 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 5, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 25m
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