The Cask
“A modern adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado", set in California wine country”
Synopsis
A short film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "Cask of Amontillado," in which a man recounts taking revenge upon an old friend by using the lure of a rare wine. It is a dark thriller exploring the shift in power between friends.
Top Cast
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Alex Feldman
Monty
Keenan Henson
Frankie
April Rogalski
Evelyn
Steven Owsley
Old Monty
Rick Mancia
Frankie's Friend
Lauren Adovasio
Party Guest
Nils Arrington
Party Guest
Jodi Beale
Party Guest
Sondra Bearden
Party Guest
Harrison Butler
Party Guest
Matt Capocci
Party Guest
Hallie Marie Chaney
Party Guest
Jalen Coleman
Party Guest
Vahe Esmaeili
Party Guest
Sean Fitzpatrick
Party Guest
Brian Hamburg
Party Guest
Blu Lindsey
Party Guest
Olena Lysenko
Party Guest
Release History & Theatrical Window
Studio City Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryan Leeder
- Screenplay & Story
- Ryan Leeder, Edgar Allan Poe
- Original Score
- Daniel Rodrigues
- Original Title
- The Cask
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Good Graces Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ryan Leeder
Ryan Leeder, Edgar Allan Poe
Daniel Rodrigues
Carissa Dorson
Nils Arrington
Ashley J. Hillard, Whitney S. Fuller
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Leeder
Director
Molly Burgess
Production Design
Ryan Leeder
Writer
Ashley J. Hillard
Producer
Whitney S. Fuller
Producer
Daniel Rodrigues
Original Music Composer
Carissa Dorson
Director of Photography
Nils Arrington
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Cask.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cask
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cask about?
A short film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's "Cask of Amontillado," in which a man recounts taking revenge upon an old friend by using the lure of a rare wine. It is a dark thriller exploring the shift in power between friends.
Who directed The Cask?
The Cask was directed by Ryan Leeder.
Who stars in The Cask?
The principal cast of The Cask includes Alex Feldman, Keenan Henson, April Rogalski, Steven Owsley, Rick Mancia.
When was The Cask released and how long is it?
The Cask was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cask?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cask was composed by Daniel Rodrigues.