Below Zero
“There's Nothing Scarier Than a Blank Page.”
Synopsis
When Jack (Edward Furlong) is in danger of missing a deadline, his manager orders him to take whatever measures are needed to complete his screenplay. Jack locks himself in a slaughterhouse freezer but discovers that his inner demons are keeping him company. Despite the cold, Jack's imagination is red-hot as he concocts the story of Frank (Furlong), a tow truck driver who's locked in a fridge with the dying victim of a serial killer.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Justin Ostensen
- Screenplay & Story
- Signe Olynyk
- Original Title
- Below Zero
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Twilight Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Justin Ostensen
Signe Olynyk
Judy Fox
Department Leadership Roster
Justin Ostensen
Director
Signe Olynyk
Writer
Judy Fox
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Below Zero
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What is Below Zero about?
When Jack (Edward Furlong) is in danger of missing a deadline, his manager orders him to take whatever measures are needed to complete his screenplay. Jack locks himself in a slaughterhouse freezer but discovers that his inner demons are keeping him company. Despite the cold, Jack's imagination is red-hot as he concocts the story of Frank (Furlong), a tow truck driver who's locked in a fridge with the dying victim of a serial killer.
Who directed Below Zero?
Below Zero was directed by Justin Ostensen.
Who stars in Below Zero?
The principal cast of Below Zero includes Edward Furlong, Michael Berryman, Kristin Booth, Michael Eisner, Dee Hanna.
When was Below Zero released and how long is it?
Below Zero was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Below Zero?
Below Zero holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).