The Root of the Problem
“Sam Raimi's lost episode of 'The Twilight Zone”
Synopsis
Set in the candy-colored world of 1950s suburbia, a reluctant young housewife suspects that the friendly neighborhood dentist is hiding a horrible secret, but is it just the anesthesia at work or is there something more sinister hiding below the surface? Open up and say AHHHHHHHH!
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 31, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryan Spindell
- Screenplay & Story
- Ryan Spindell, Mark E. Davidson
- Original Title
- The Root of the Problem
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Trapdoor Pictures, Signal Station
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ryan Spindell
Ryan Spindell, Mark E. Davidson
Ryan Spindell, Nathan Levine-Heaney, Mark E. Davidson
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Spindell
Producer
Nathan Levine-Heaney
Producer
Sinead Clancy
Production Design
Ryan Spindell
Director
Ryan Spindell
Writer
Mark E. Davidson
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Root of the Problem
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What is The Root of the Problem about?
Set in the candy-colored world of 1950s suburbia, a reluctant young housewife suspects that the friendly neighborhood dentist is hiding a horrible secret, but is it just the anesthesia at work or is there something more sinister hiding below the surface? Open up and say AHHHHHHHH!
Who directed The Root of the Problem?
The Root of the Problem was directed by Ryan Spindell.
Who stars in The Root of the Problem?
The principal cast of The Root of the Problem includes Alison Gallaher, Ptolemy Slocum, Brea Grant, Chad Jamian Williams.
When was The Root of the Problem released and how long is it?
The Root of the Problem was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 14m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Root of the Problem?
The Root of the Problem holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).