Cast
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Jana Kramer
as Alice St. James
Brian Altman
as Ricky Norse
Sebastian Galasso
as Elijah "Eli" Rider
Danny Ray Cook
as The Cowboy / Sorcalak
Dave Cunningham
as Sam Shaw
Greg Dow
as Carlton Corrington
Brooke Hayes
as Debra Avery
Pete LaDuke
as Benny
Matt Valade
as Maxwell M. Dobbs
Christophe Zajac-Denek
as Lewis
Crew
Director
- Brett Pierce
- Richard Ferrando
- Mark Thomas Elliott
- Daniel Casey
Writer
- Matt Valade
Producer
- Kimberly Curtis
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Dead/Undead presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Brett Pierce 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 2002, 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 Dead/Undead took approximately 30 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 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 114 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 412 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1140 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2002, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 30, 2002
- Runtime: 1h 31m
- Budget: $1,000