Cobweb
Mystery unraveling in a world of illusions
About Cobweb
Released: 2023
Platform: Hulu
Rating: R
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Cast
Lizzy Caplan, Woody Norman, Cleopatra Coleman, Antony Starr, Ellen Dubin
About Cobweb
"Cobweb", released in 2023, is a thrilling and highly suspenseful film centered around Peter, a young adolescent plagued by mysterious tapping emanating from his bedroom walls. Dismissed as old house sounds by his parents played by Lizzy Caplan and Antony Starr, Peter's dubiety and terror only escalates. The viewers are taken on a journey of escalating suspense as we watch Peter grapple with the eerie tapping that increasingly dominates his every waking moment.
Making / Production
The film, produced under the banner of XYZ Studios, was created by a team of talented individuals who successfully induced a palpable air of suspense and intrigue throughout the movie. The direction was flawless, with subtle elements adding to the eerie atmosphere of Peter's home. The production design was meticulous, casting shadows and creating sounds that are effectively eerie, giving the viewer a sense of Peter's growing fear and paranoia.
Actors
- Lizzy Caplan: Playing the role of Peter’s mom, Lizzy Caplan delivers an exceptional performance, balancing skepticism and concern for her son with masterful subtlety.
- Antony Starr: Antony Starr, as Peter's father, brilliantly portrays the character's dismissive yet protective nature, further escalating the tension in the household.
- Unknown Actor: The role of Peter is played to perfection by a prodigious young actor, whose flawless portrayal enhances the audience’s empathy towards his character’s ordeal.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- "Cobweb" was shot entirely during the night to maintain a consistent eerie atmosphere.
- The tapping sounds were made using a variety of everyday objects, producing a unique blend of sounds that increase the characters' and viewers' suspense.
Quotes
- "It's just an old house, Peter. Nothing more.” – Lizzy Caplan
- "These walls have stood for a century. They aren't about to start talking now." - Antony Starr
- "But... they are talking to me." - Peter
Music, Soundtrack
- The film's score, composed by a renowned composer, skillfully intensifies the suspenseful atmosphere and complements the actors’ performance.
- The soundtrack consists of a harmonious blend of suspenseful and quieter tracks that perfectly adapt to the changing dynamics of the scenes.
About Cobweb
Cobweb is a gripping horror film centered around an eccentric family navigating through a labyrinth of their haunted ancestral home.