Darkroom
“He kills at the blink of an eye.”
Synopsis
Janet has just returned home from college to visit her conservative family at their remote farmhouse, nestled deep in the countryside. What should be a happy reunion is quickly disrupted by the arrival of an unexpected guest: a mystery killer who photographs their unsuspecting victims before murdering them in a variety of brutal ways. As her family and friends are picked off one by one, Janet is forced to fend off the mysterious maniac, all the while uncovering unsettling secrets surrounding her family’s violent and perverse past…
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Darkroom (1989) [Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray Promo Trailer]Official
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terrence O'Hara, Nico Mastorakis
- Original Score
- Jerry Grant
- Original Title
- Darkroom
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terrence O'Hara, Nico Mastorakis
Jerry Grant
David A. Makin
Barry Zetlin
Nico Mastorakis
Department Leadership Roster
Paul E. Short
Stunt Coordinator
David A. Makin
Director of Photography
Sherman Williams
Production Design
Terrence O'Hara
Director
Barry Zetlin
Editor
Elizabeth Bass
Costume Design
Nico Mastorakis
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Darkroom
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What is Darkroom about?
Janet has just returned home from college to visit her conservative family at their remote farmhouse, nestled deep in the countryside. What should be a happy reunion is quickly disrupted by the arrival of an unexpected guest: a mystery killer who photographs their unsuspecting victims before murdering them in a variety of brutal ways. As her family and friends are picked off one by one, Janet is forced to fend off the mysterious maniac, all the while uncovering unsettling secrets surrounding her family’s violent and perverse past…
Who directed Darkroom?
Darkroom was directed by Terrence O'Hara, Nico Mastorakis.
Who stars in Darkroom?
The principal cast of Darkroom includes Aarin Teich, Jill Pierce, Jeff Arbaugh, Sara Lee Wade, Allen Lieberman.
When was Darkroom released and how long is it?
Darkroom was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Darkroom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Darkroom was composed by Jerry Grant.