V/H/S

About V/H/S

V/H/S is a 2012 American anthology horror film. Different directors contributed to the making of this film, making it a unique blend of styles and aesthetics. The plot circles around a group of misfits hired to burglarize a desolate house and acquire a rare VHS tape. They discover more found footage than they bargained for as the contents unravel several horrific tales.

Making / Production

The movie has been produced by Gary Binkow and Roxanne Benjamin. The film features a series of found-footage shorts written and directed by Adam Wingard, David Bruckner, Ti West, Glenn McQuaid, Joe Swanberg, and the Youtube group Radio Silence.

Actors

• Calvin Reeder as 'Gary' - He convincingly portrays the part of a tough thug, delivering a gritty performance.
• Lane Hughes as 'Zak' - Brings an air of menace and unpredictability to the role.
• Adam Wingard as 'Brad' - Subtly handles the part of the troubled and confused character.
• Hannah Fierman as 'Lily' - Delivers a chilling and haunting performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The overall concept of this movie was inspired from the Grindhouse movies of the 70s and 80s.
• Despite being a horror film, it uses the found-footage technique, which is not often seen in this genre.
• The directors had full creative control over their individual segments.

Awards

V/H/S was nominated for the 'Park City at Midnight Audience Award' at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012.

Quotes

• "We like to keep the party going."
• "It's huge, this is a goldmine."
• "I like you."

Music, Soundtrack

• The tense and eerie atmosphere is created brilliantly by the film's chilling soundtrack, composed by various artists.
• Songs include "10/31/98," "Second Honeymoon," and "Tuesday The 17th."