Ash and Bone
2022 film directed by Harley Wallen
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ash and Bone is a 2022 American horror thriller film directed by Harley Wallen.[1][2][3] It stars Jamie Bernadette, Angelina Danielle Cama, Kaiti Wallen, Mel Novak, and Harley Wallen.[4][5]
- Harley Wallen
- Nancy Oeswein
- Angelina Danielle Cama
- Annette Cama
- Lexi Eve Cama
- John Lepper
- Adam Whitton
- Kaiti Wallen
- Joseph Williamson
- Jamie Bernadette
- Angelina Danielle Cama
- Kaiti Wallen
- Harley Wallen
- Mel Novak
| Ash and Bone | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Harley Wallen |
| Written by | Bret Miller |
| Produced by |
|
| Starring |
|
| Cinematography | Alex Gasparetto |
| Edited by | Alex Gasparetto |
| Music by | Simone Cilio |
Production companies |
|
| Distributed by | Deskpop Entertainment |
Release date |
|
Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Plot
Rebellious teenager Cassie Vanderbilt is brought by her father Lucas and stepmother Sarah to a remote Michigan lake town. She learns of deranged siblings Clete and May McKinley, rumored to murder young women from their isolated farmhouse.[6]
After Cassie and two locals break in and uncover evidence of killings, the McKinleys target the family, escalating the trip into a violent struggle for survival.[7]
Cast
- Jamie Bernadette as Anna Lambeth
- Angelina Danielle Cama as Cassie Vanderbilt
- Kaiti Wallen as Sarah Vanderbilt
- Harley Wallen as Lucas Vanderbilt
- Erika Hoveland as May McKinley
- Jimmy Doom as Clete McKinley
- Mel Novak as Bartender Louie
- Calhoun Koenig as Tina
Production
The film was directed and co-produced by Harley Wallen. Principal photography took place in rural Michigan, using local locations including a real abandoned farmhouse.[2]
Jamie Bernadette replaced Scout Taylor-Compton in the role of Anna after Taylor-Compton was initially cast in May 2019.[8]
Release
The film was released on digital and VOD platforms on October 4, 2022, with a limited theatrical release beginning October 14, 2022.[9]
Reception
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 100% based on 5 reviews.[10] Bobby LePire of Film Threat gave it a 8.5 out of 10.[11] Michael DeFellipo of Horror Society rated it 8/10.[6]
Sequel
A sequel, Ash and Bone - Part II, was announced and entered pre-production in 2023.[12]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Fright Night Film Fest | Best Feature Film (Slasher) | Ash and Bone | Nominated | [13] |
