Cast
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Cristina Rosato
as Michelle Harris
Roc LaFortune
as Samuel Torrance
Sean Devine
as Walter Sotos
Nicole Leroux
as Leslie Goldberg
Michael Mando
as Jalii Adel Kahlid
Alex Weiner
as Tom Goldberg
Stephen Shellen
as Rick Brautigan
Vlasta Vrana
as Sheriff White
Tim Rozon
as Gabriel Delgado
Caroline Redekopp
as Doris
Nicola Woloz
as Rebecca Brautigan
Lena Kleine
as Rebecca's Mother
Crew
Director
- Olivier Abbou
Producer
- Jérôme Vidal
- Richard Goudreau
- Sylvain Proulx
- Raphaël Rocher
Reviews
Dan_Tebasco
Started out pretty good, at least as far as these 'getting held against their will by some nutty locals' films goes...
But the second half was awful, the acting up until that point had definitly been above average for these kind of films but then we are introduced to a new character who takes the focal point from there.
He resembles Bryan Adams if Bryan Adams had the same stylist as model Fabio, and his acting is shockingly bad. Pretty much in the same league as what I imagine Fabio acting would be like.
And yeah everything just goes straight to the drain from when he makes his entrance in the film and it leaves us with a very abrupt ending as well.
So yeah, first half 6/10, second half 3/10 at best.
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Mar 26, 2017
Thematic Analysis
This Thriller/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Territories presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Olivier Abbou 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 2010, 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 Territories took approximately 33 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 118 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1005 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2010, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 19, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 35m