Jul. 31, 2013|Canada|90 Min.|R
Genre: Horror;Thriller;Violence(Slasher)
Description: Antisocial, a 2013 horror-thriller directed by Cody Calahan, follows five university friends who gather for a New Year’s Eve house party. Meanwhile, a global epidemic begins to spread, forcing the group to barricade themselves in the home. Isolated and relying on their phones, laptops, and other tech devices, they attempt to uncover the cause of the outbreak. As they delve into their research, they’re overwhelmed by a flood of information, videos, and chaos. Fear quickly turns to paranoia as they question who is safe and who can be trusted.
As the story unfolds, the friends discover a horrifying truth that surpasses their worst fears. Distributed by Vicious Circle Films, the movie premiered on January 28th, featuring bonus content like a behind-the-scenes featurette and director’s commentary. Antisocial balances its dark, cynical themes with a self-aware tone, making it an engaging indie horror-thriller.
The film’s central premise revolves around a virus originating from a website called The Social Red Room. Viewers can interpret this literally or as a critique of social media’s mindless conformity and its consuming influence on humanity. While the inexperienced cast delivers mixed performances, their authenticity adds charm to the story. The tension builds steadily, culminating in a gripping final 30 minutes that heightens the horror and paranoia.
Ultimately, Antisocial offers a thought-provoking exploration of modern technology’s impact, leaving viewers to decide whether to fully embrace its narrative or dismiss it as absurd.
Cast director: Cody Calahan
Cast actor: Michelle Mylett, Cody Ray Thompson, Adam Christie, Ana Alic, Romaine Waite, Rxchie, Ry Barrett, Eitan Shalmon, Laurel Brandes, Kate Vokral
Original name: Antisocial