A Classic Horror Story

Italian horror meets grotesque folklore tales

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About A Classic Horror Story

Released: 2021

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1h 35m

Cast
Matilda Lutz, Francesco Russo, Peppino Mazzotta, Will Merrick, Yuliia Sobol, Alida Baldari Calabria, Cristina Donadio, Francesca Cavallin

About A Classic Horror Story

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About

A Classic Horror Story is a 2021 Italian horror film directed by Roberto De Feo and Paolo Strippoli. The movie follows a group of strangers who end up in a remote countryside villa after a car accident. As they try to figure out their situation and escape, they realize that they are trapped in a twisted horror story that takes inspiration from classic horror tropes.

Making / Production

The film was co-directed by Roberto De Feo and Paolo Strippoli. It was produced by Colorado Film Production and distributed by Netflix. The filmmakers aimed to pay homage to classic horror films while adding their own unique twists and surprises.

Actors

  • Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz as Elisa - She plays one of the main characters who finds herself trapped in the horror story.
  • Francesco Russo as Sergio - He portrays another member of the group stuck in the eerie villa.
  • Peppino Mazzotta as Riccardo - He plays a mysterious character with dark secrets.
  • Will Merrick as Mark - He is one of the strangers stranded in the villa.
  • Yuliia Sobol as Sophia - She is another character trying to escape the terrifying situation.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The film draws inspiration from classic horror films like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Cabin in the Woods.
  • A Classic Horror Story was filmed in Italy and features beautiful landscapes juxtaposed with horrifying events.
  • The story revolves around themes of fate, storytelling, and the boundaries between reality and fiction.
  • The film uses practical effects and gore to create an intense and gruesome atmosphere.

Awards

No awards have been won by the movie A Classic Horror Story at the time of writing.

Quotes

  • "Sometimes the story writes itself, and the characters just have to explore it." - Elisa
  • "It's like we're inside a horror film, but we don't know what the plot is." - Mark
  • "The more scared we are, the more unpredictable we become." - Riccardo

Music / Soundtrack

  • The film features a haunting and atmospheric score composed by Michele Braga.
  • The soundtrack includes a mix of eerie and suspenseful tracks, adding to the overall sense of dread and tension.
  • The music enhances the film's homage to classic horror films, incorporating familiar melodies and motifs.