Cast
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Oscar Kennedy
as Lee Keegan
Liam Lau Fernandez
as Sean MacKillick
Alex Macqueen
as Mr. Bates
Samantha Bond
as Georgina
Jasmine Blackborow
as Matron
Sebastian Croft
as Pugh
Benjamin Dilloway
as Stanley
Freya Parks
as Claire Baker
Steve Oram
as Terry Keegan
Anthony Stewart Head
as Stanley
Gordon Alexander
as John Smith
Richard Elfyn
as Mr. Hammond
Max Raphael
as Wylie
Jayden Elijah
as Wolf-Barry
Paul Blackwell
as Militant
Crew
Director
- Oliver S. Milburn
Writer
- Oliver S. Milburn
Producer
- Emma Biggins
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Thriller/Drama/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. School's Out Forever presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Oliver S. Milburn 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2021, 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 School's Out Forever took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $1.3 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 134 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 15, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 45m
- Budget: $1,250,000
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