Cruel and Unusual
Watchtower
“Neighbor. Friend. Serial Killer.”
Synopsis
A sleepy Oregon village turns deadly when Adam, introducing himself as an English professor working on his first novel, befriends Kate and Mike, a brother and sister trying to put their lives back together after the death of their father. The two welcome the stranger, unaware that their actions will lead them down a dangerous path into the mind and grip of a deadly serial killer.
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Cruel And Unusual - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-11-30
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Mihalka
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Geoffrion, Rod Browning, Dan Witt
- Original Score
- Michel Cusson
- Original Title
- Watchtower
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Alliance Atlantis, Le Monde Entertainment, H30 Filmed Entertainment, Frontline Entertainment, GFT Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Mihalka
Robert Geoffrion, Rod Browning, Dan Witt
Michel Cusson
Glenn Berman
Patrice Theroux, Dick Lowry, John A. Curtis, Richard Brandes, Gary Howsam
Department Leadership Roster
George Mihalka
Director
Owen Walstrom
Stunt Coordinator
Robert Geoffrion
Writer
Rod Browning
Writer
Dick Lowry
Producer
John A. Curtis
Producer
Evan Tylor
Producer
Glenn Berman
Editor
Dan Witt
Writer
Karen Levis
Costume Design
Ellen Bennett
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cruel and Unusual
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What is Cruel and Unusual about?
A sleepy Oregon village turns deadly when Adam, introducing himself as an English professor working on his first novel, befriends Kate and Mike, a brother and sister trying to put their lives back together after the death of their father. The two welcome the stranger, unaware that their actions will lead them down a dangerous path into the mind and grip of a deadly serial killer.
Who directed Cruel and Unusual?
Cruel and Unusual was directed by George Mihalka.
Who stars in Cruel and Unusual?
The principal cast of Cruel and Unusual includes Tom Berenger, Rachel Hayward, Tygh Runyan, Elizabeth Carol Savenkoff, Eli Gabay.
When was Cruel and Unusual released and how long is it?
Cruel and Unusual was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Cruel and Unusual?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cruel and Unusual was composed by Michel Cusson.