How to Make a Monster
“What started out as a simple game... became a virtual nightmare.”
Synopsis
Video game developer Clayton Software enlists the talents of a misfit group of programmers to develop the scariest computer combat game: EVILUTION. With four weeks to bring the game to market and a million-dollar bonus on the line, they utilize a telemetry suit to render a 3-D version of the onscreen player. But when a power surge gives the hard drive a mind of its own, the suit comes to life to play the game for real and the programming team find themselves in the middle of a chilling virtual nightmare beyond their wildest imagination.
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How To Make A Monster - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-02-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 11, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Huang
- Screenplay & Story
- George Huang
- Original Title
- How to Make a Monster
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Creature Features Productions LLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Huang
George Huang
Steven Finestone
Colleen Camp, Stan Winston, Samuel Z. Arkoff
Department Leadership Roster
George Huang
Director
Steven Finestone
Director of Photography
Colleen Camp
Producer
Stan Winston
Producer
Samuel Z. Arkoff
Producer
George Huang
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is How to Make a Monster about?
Video game developer Clayton Software enlists the talents of a misfit group of programmers to develop the scariest computer combat game: EVILUTION. With four weeks to bring the game to market and a million-dollar bonus on the line, they utilize a telemetry suit to render a 3-D version of the onscreen player. But when a power surge gives the hard drive a mind of its own, the suit comes to life to play the game for real and the programming team find themselves in the middle of a chilling virtual nightmare beyond their wildest imagination.
Who directed How to Make a Monster?
How to Make a Monster was directed by George Huang.
Who stars in How to Make a Monster?
The principal cast of How to Make a Monster includes Clea DuVall, Steven Culp, Tyler Mane, Jason Marsden, Karim Prince.
When was How to Make a Monster released and how long is it?
How to Make a Monster was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for How to Make a Monster?
How to Make a Monster holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).