Devil's Workshop (film)
| Devil's Workshop | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Chris von Hoffmann |
| Written by | Chris von Hoffmann |
| Starring | Radha Mitchell Timothy Granaderos Emile Hirsch |
| Distributed by | Lionsgate |
Release date |
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Running time | 86 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Devil's Workshop is a 2022 American horror drama film directed by Chris von Hoffmann and starring Radha Mitchell, Timothy Granaderos and Emile Hirsch.[1]
Plot
Struggling actor Clayton is so desperate to land a role as a demonologist that he spends a weekend with Eliza, a practitioner of the dark arts, to "become" the character. While his arrogant rival Donald prepares for the same audition by partying and being shallow, Clayton undergoes a series of grueling and increasingly violent rituals at Eliza’s secluded home. Eliza claims Clayton is haunted by internal demons that block his success, forcing him to endure blood sacrifices, branding, and psychological torture. The weekend culminates in a horrific twist where Eliza reveals her true demonic form by peeling away her human face; she then immolates herself, taking Clayton with her in a lethal fire. The film concludes with Donald bombing his audition, while the casting directors lament that Clayton, the man they actually wanted never showed up, unaware he has been sacrificed to the very forces he sought to portray.
Cast
- Radha Mitchell as Eliza
- Timothy Granaderos as Clayton
- Emile Hirsch as Donald
- Sarah Coffey as Nikki
- Brooke Ramirez as Petra
- Chris von Hoffmann as Sean
Release
The film was released in select theaters and on demand and digital on September 30, 2022.[2][3][4][5] It was also released on DVD and Blu ray on November 8, 2022.[6][7]
Reception
The film has a 57% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on seven reviews.[8]
References
- ^ Gomez, Adrian (September 28, 2022). "Actor Timothy Granaderos drawn to psychological thriller's complexity, story". Albuquerque Journal. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Taylor, Nick (September 26, 2022). "'Devil's Workshop' Exclusive Clip Shows Radha Mitchell & Timothy Granaderos in Demonic Blood Ritual". Dread Central. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Cairns, Bryan (September 28, 2022). "Devil's Workshop's Timothy Granaderos Dishes on the Demonic Horror Film". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ O'Rourke, Ryan (September 17, 2022). "'Devil's Workshop' Red Band Trailer Shows Timothy Granaderos Caught in a Hellish Nightmare". Collider. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Squires, John (September 13, 2022). "'Devil's Workshop' Trailer – Emile Hirsch and Radha Mitchell Star in Lionsgate Horror Movie [Exclusive]". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Kraft, Tim (October 4, 2022). "Exclusive: Emile Hirsch on Playing a Villainous Character in Devil's Workshop". MovieWeb. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Hulldender, Tatiana (September 28, 2022). "Emile Hirsch Wants To Play A Demonologist In Devil's Workshop [EXCLUSIVE CLIP]". Screen Rant. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ "Devil's Workshop". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved June 5, 2023.