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3.8 / 10(18 votes)IMDb20021h 30mUnited States of America

The Backlot Murders

Synopsis

A rock band, on the brink of success, arrives at a movie studio to produce their first music video. Somebody doesn't have much respect for their talent, and starts bumping off members of the band, their groupie girlfriends, and the crew.

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The Back Lot Murders (Trailer)

Type: Trailer • Published 2007-09-15

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 2, 2002

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
David DeFalco
Screenplay & Story
Paul Arensburg, Steven Jay Bernheim
Original Score
Terry Huud
Original Title
The Backlot Murders
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 30m
Production Studios
Dominion Entertainment, Razor Digital Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

David DeFalco

Screenplay & Story

Paul Arensburg, Steven Jay Bernheim

Original Score & Music

Terry Huud

Director of Photography

Andrea V. Rossotto

Film Editing

Peter Devaney Flanagan

Producers

David DeFalco, Steven Jay Bernheim, Quincy Samuel Smith

Department Leadership Roster

David DeFalco

Director

Paul Arensburg

Writer

Steven Jay Bernheim

Steven Jay Bernheim

Writer

Peter Devaney Flanagan

Peter Devaney Flanagan

Editor

Steven Jay Bernheim

Steven Jay Bernheim

Producer

Andrea V. Rossotto

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Backlot Murders.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Backlot Murders

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Backlot Murders about?

A rock band, on the brink of success, arrives at a movie studio to produce their first music video. Somebody doesn't have much respect for their talent, and starts bumping off members of the band, their groupie girlfriends, and the crew.

Who directed The Backlot Murders?

The Backlot Murders was directed by David DeFalco.

Who stars in The Backlot Murders?

The principal cast of The Backlot Murders includes Priscilla Barnes, Charles Fleischer, Corey Haim, Brian Gaskill, Carrie Stevens.

When was The Backlot Murders released and how long is it?

The Backlot Murders was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.

Who composed the musical score for The Backlot Murders?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Backlot Murders was composed by Terry Huud.