Funhouse

About Funhouse

Funhouse is a Canadian-Swedish horror film that was released in 2019. The movie is brought to life by the combined efforts of director Jason William Lee and writer Daniel Bernhardt. The movie envelops a gruesome reality show where participants are eliminated not just from the show, but from life. An international audience watches the contestants die in cruel and gratuitous ways. While they fight for survival and fame, there are deeper, darker secrets and conspiracies to be revealed.

Making / Production

The film was shot mostly in Sweden, which gives it a unique, eerie atmosphere. Director Jason William Lee brought a unique horror narrative to the screen, one that reflects our modern culture's obsession with reality television and social media fame. The film was produced by Sandcastle Pictures and Entertainment Squad, with an overall production design that increases the overall suspense and thrill.

Actors

• Valter Skarsgård as Kasper Nordin: Skarsgård's eccentric play and convincing portrayal of his character added a chillingly real and raw element to the movie.
• Khamisa Wilsher as Nero: With a notable performance, Wilsher faced the horrors of the Funhouse with courage, fear and resilience.
• Christopher Gerard as Ula Lula: Gerard brought a comedic relief to the undercurrents of horror and terror in the film.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film stars Valter Skarsgård, a member of the Swedish acting family Skarsgård, known for his natural talent and captivating performances.
• Director Jason William Lee was inspired by the brutal and raw violence in live-streamed content on the darker corners of the internet, as well as the idea of fame at any cost, prevalent in today's society.
• The 'funhouse' in the movie isn't a typical funhouse at all! It's a brutal, scary death trap where the horrors are real.

Quotes

• "It's not a game anymore... it's a fight for survival." - Kasper Nordin
• "More views, more likes, come on... I didn't come here to die" - Nero

Music, Soundtrack

• The soundtrack boasts of a chilling score that successfully adds to the overall horror atmosphere of the movie.
• Sweden's rich musical tradition adds a unique soundscape to the proceedings, enhancing the tension and dread.