The Choking Game
“Based on the book "Choke" by Diana Lopez.”
Synopsis
Taryn finds herself gaining much-desired popularity when the charismatic new girl at school claims her as a “breath sister," teaching Taryn about the Choking Game. Hiding it from her ever-present mother, best friend, and teachers, Taryn sees choking as a way to build self-control and grab an easy high. But, as the stakes are raised through each subsequent ‘flight’, Taryn has no idea that she is actually putting her life in extreme danger.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lane Shefter Bishop
- Screenplay & Story
- Jen Klein, Diana Lopez
- Original Score
- Shawn Pierce
- Original Title
- The Choking Game
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Lifetime, Orly Adelson Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lane Shefter Bishop
Jen Klein, Diana Lopez
Shawn Pierce
Michael Marshall
Erik C. Andersen
Paul D. Goldman, Marilyn R. Atlas, Juliette Hagopian, Jonathan Eskenas, Lane Shefter Bishop
Department Leadership Roster
Lane Shefter Bishop
Director
Paul D. Goldman
Producer
Gordon Wilding
Production Design
Shawn Pierce
Original Music Composer
Erik C. Andersen
Editor
Juliette Hagopian
Producer
Michael Marshall
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Choking Game
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What is The Choking Game about?
Taryn finds herself gaining much-desired popularity when the charismatic new girl at school claims her as a “breath sister," teaching Taryn about the Choking Game. Hiding it from her ever-present mother, best friend, and teachers, Taryn sees choking as a way to build self-control and grab an easy high. But, as the stakes are raised through each subsequent ‘flight’, Taryn has no idea that she is actually putting her life in extreme danger.
Who directed The Choking Game?
The Choking Game was directed by Lane Shefter Bishop.
Who stars in The Choking Game?
The principal cast of The Choking Game includes Freya Tingley, Alex Steele, Ray Galletti, Beverly Ndukwu, Peri Gilpin.
When was The Choking Game released and how long is it?
The Choking Game was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Choking Game?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Choking Game was composed by Shawn Pierce.
Is The Choking Game based on a book or true story?
The Choking Game is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Diana Lopez".