Splinter (2008)

About Splinter

Splinter is an American horror thriller film directed by Toby Wilkins. The movie tackles the story of a couple in a remote gas station that's under siege by a voracious Splinter parasite which transforms its still-living victims into deadly hosts. Caught in a cycle of violence, the couple must use their intelligence and resourcefulness to destroy the parasite, before they become its next victims.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Toby Wilkins and produced by Kai Barry and Ted Kroeber in association with Magnet Releasing and ContentFilm. The film, which was shot in Oklahoma, had an estimated budget of $1.5 million. Despite its limited budget, Splinter was lauded for its practical effects and innovative creature design.

Actors

• Shea Whigham as Seth Belzer - Shea brought to life the character of an ex-convict with grit and intensity, providing a crucial element to the suspense.
• Jill Wagner as Polly Watt - Jill played the role of a sharp-minded biologist, her performance added depth to the grueling survival situation.
• Paulo Costanzo as Dennis Farell - Paulo portrayed the reserved boyfriend who had to learn fast to survive the horrors the night brought.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was shot in 18 days.
• Despite its limited budget, the film won several awards for its visual effects.
• The film has become a cult classic among horror fans.

Awards

Splinter was nominated for multiple awards and won the Best Horror Film Award from Screamfest Horror Film Festival, and Best Special Effects from the Catalonian International Film Festival at Sitges in 2008.

Quotes

• "We are not going to die here!" - Seth
• "This is it, this is our way out." - Polly Watt
• "It's not gonna stop." - Dennis Farell

Music, Soundtrack

• Despite the tense and action-packed scenes, the movie does not have a traditional score. It has a minimalistic approach to sound and music, creating a more realistic and immersive viewer experience.