Init!ation
“He pledges to hunt you down.”
Synopsis
During a Whiton University's pledge week, the carefree partying turns deadly when brutal murders start befalling the students, sending Ellery into a race against time to uncover the truth behind the school's dark secrets and the horrifying meaning of a recurring symbol: a single exclamation mark.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Initiation Official Trailer (2021)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-03-25
Top Cast
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Lindsay LaVanchy
Ellery Scott
Isabella Gómez
Kylie Martinez
Froy Gutierrez
Wes Scott
Gattlin Griffith
Beau Vaughn
Shireen Lai
Shayleen Zhou
Lochlyn Munro
Bruce Van Horn
Jon Huertas
Officer Rico Martinez
Yancy Butler
Detective Sandra Fitzgerald
James Berardo
Dylan Davenport
Bart Johnson
Coach Miles Cooper
Patrick Walker
Malik Moore
Kent Faulcon
Chief Adam Tahan
Mel Fair
Brett Vaughn
Debra De Liso
Dana Thompson
Nick Ballard
Tad Rivers
David M Sandoval Jr.
Officer Barham
Shalini Bathina
Meera Madan
Brian Frager
Officer Rummel
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysScreamfest Horror Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 7, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 7, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
August 27, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Berardo
- Screenplay & Story
- John Berardo, Brian Frager, Lindsay LaVanchy
- Original Score
- Alexander Arntzen
- Original Title
- Init!ation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Shatterproof Films, XYZ Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Berardo
John Berardo, Brian Frager, Lindsay LaVanchy
Alexander Arntzen
Jonathan Pope
Kristina Lyons
John Berardo, J.P. Castel, Brian Frager, Jon Huertas, Lindsay LaVanchy
Department Leadership Roster
John Berardo
Producer
J.P. Castel
Producer
Brian Frager
Producer
Jon Huertas
Producer
Lindsay LaVanchy
Producer
Stephanie Stanziano
Producer
Edward Watson
Visual Effects Supervisor
Anthony N.
Stunt Coordinator
Carlo Andreacchio
Visual Effects Supervisor
John Berardo
Director
John Berardo
Writer
Brian Frager
Writer
Lindsay LaVanchy
Writer
Alexander Arntzen
Original Music Composer
Jonathan Pope
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Init!ation
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What is Init!ation about?
During a Whiton University's pledge week, the carefree partying turns deadly when brutal murders start befalling the students, sending Ellery into a race against time to uncover the truth behind the school's dark secrets and the horrifying meaning of a recurring symbol: a single exclamation mark.
Who directed Init!ation?
Init!ation was directed by John Berardo.
Who stars in Init!ation?
The principal cast of Init!ation includes Lindsay LaVanchy, Isabella Gómez, Froy Gutierrez, Gattlin Griffith, Shireen Lai.
When was Init!ation released and how long is it?
Init!ation was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Init!ation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Init!ation was composed by Alexander Arntzen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Init!ation?
Init!ation holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).