Against the Night is a 2017 American horror thriller film co-produced, written and directed by Brian Cavallaro. Mike Mendez (director of Don’t Kill It; Lavalantula; Big Ass Spider!) co-produced. It stars Hannah Kleeman, Tim Torre and Frank Whaley.
Following a party, nine emboldened friends sneak into an abandoned prison to film a ghost hunting video.
When their friend, Hank (Luke Persiani), disappears, everyone is pointing fingers and placing blame until they realise they may not be alone…
Release:
Released theatrically in the US by Gravitas Ventures in Los Angeles, New York and additional select markets on September 15, 2017.
Reviews:
“Cavallaro has moments of brilliance in the film that are undercut by strange choices. I’m not sure if these choices were made as critical notes or what was seen as a necessity. Either way, there are a few jarring moments that viewers should stick out because the overall experience of watching the film is a positive one.” Chris Maynard, Following Films
“Against the Night is part “found footage” and part traditionally filmed, yet erratically chaotic no matter the format. Despite having a suitable set for a cinematic spookshow, the filmmakers are stubbornly determined to show nearly none of it. When the screen isn’t completely dark or blurred in a flurry of whip pans and quick cuts, the camera is focused on bare concrete floors or green-tinted night vision nothingness.” Ian Sedensky, Culture Crypt
“Cavallaro, who wrote and directed Against the Night does a fine job of stirring up the fear through the characters’ interactions. With the occasional jarring jolts and random scares amidst all the darkness, the filmmaker creates quite the frightful environment; one in which the greatest terror-seeking viewer amongst us could appreciate.” Ernesto Diaz, New Yorkled
Interviews:
Writer-director Brian Cavallaro talks to Ty Andreaco for Cult Classic Horror
Main cast:
Frank Whaley (Monster Trucks; The Cell 2; Vacancy), Tim Torre, Hannah Kleeman, Luke Persiani, Nicole Souza, Erik Kochenberger, Josh Cahn, Amy Zenone, Yesenia Linares, Leah Holleran.
Filming locations:
Holmesburg Prison – 8215 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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