The Vortex
“Some Dimensions Should Remain Locked”
Synopsis
When a convoy of American soldiers disappears in the Mideast, a Special OPS team is deployed on a search and rescue mission. When they arrive they encounter monstrous over-sized scorpions, spiders and snakes that were created when a former government scientist opened a vortex into another dimension. Now, the team must figure out a way to close the wormhole - but can they close it in time?
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Vortex | Trailer | Jack Plotnick | Sarah Lieving | Ted Jonas | Peter Paul BaslerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-06-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 19, 2016
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Paul Basler
- Screenplay & Story
- Cary Anderson, Peter Paul Basler
- Original Score
- Johnny Wilson
- Original Title
- The Vortex
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $1M
- Production Studios
- Supernova Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Paul Basler
Cary Anderson, Peter Paul Basler
Johnny Wilson
Alexander Yellen
Geoff Mastro
Mark Holder, Danny Roth, Damiano Tucci, Christine Holder
Department Leadership Roster
Cary Anderson
Writer
Peter Paul Basler
Director
Geoff Mastro
Editor
Peter Paul Basler
Writer
Alexander Yellen
Director of Photography
Mark Holder
Producer
Danny Roth
Producer
Amelia Brooke
Production Design
Damiano Tucci
Producer
Tracey Moulton
Costume Design
Christine Holder
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vortex
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What is The Vortex about?
When a convoy of American soldiers disappears in the Mideast, a Special OPS team is deployed on a search and rescue mission. When they arrive they encounter monstrous over-sized scorpions, spiders and snakes that were created when a former government scientist opened a vortex into another dimension. Now, the team must figure out a way to close the wormhole - but can they close it in time?
Who directed The Vortex?
The Vortex was directed by Peter Paul Basler.
Who stars in The Vortex?
The principal cast of The Vortex includes Jack Plotnick, Sarah Lieving, Ted Jonas, Camden Toy, Devon Ogden.
When was The Vortex released and how long is it?
The Vortex was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Vortex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Vortex was composed by Johnny Wilson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Vortex?
The Vortex holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).