The Cask (2014)
A modern adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado", set in California wine country
A short film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "Cask of Amontillado," in which a man recounts taking revenge upon an old friend by using the lure of a rare wine. It is a dark thriller exploring the shift in power between friends.
Director: Ryan Leeder
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: August 17, 2014
Cast
- Alex Feldman - Monty
- Keenan Henson - Frankie
- April Rogalski - Evelyn
- Steven Owsley - Old Monty
- Rick Mancia - Frankie's Friend
- Lauren Adovasio - Party Guest
- Nils Arrington - Party Guest
- Jodi Beale - Party Guest
- Sondra Bearden - Party Guest
- Harrison Butler - Party Guest
Screenplay
- Ryan Leeder
- Edgar Allan Poe (Short Story)
Music: Daniel Rodrigues
Cinematography: Carissa Dorson
Editing: Nils Arrington
Production: Good Graces Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
wine cellar, masked ball, male friendship, wine, masked man, country club, short film, sherry
More Films by Director: Ryan Leeder
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Cask about?
- A short film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "Cask of Amontillado," in which a man recounts taking revenge upon an old friend by using the lure of a rare wine. It is a dark thriller exploring the shift in power between friends.
- Who directed The Cask?
- The Cask was directed by Ryan Leeder.
- Who stars in The Cask?
- The Cask stars Alex Feldman, Keenan Henson, April Rogalski, Steven Owsley, Rick Mancia, Lauren Adovasio.
- How long is The Cask?
- The Cask has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
- What genre is The Cask?
- The Cask is a Horror, Thriller film.
- Where was The Cask produced?
- The Cask was produced in United States of America.