The Demon's Rook is a 2013 independent fantasy-horror film and the directorial debut of James Sizemore (who is also known under the pseudonym of Loup'Rah Garomore).[1] The film had its world premiere on July 27, 2013 at the Fantasia Film Festival and stars Sizemore as Roscoe, a young man that must find a way to stop demons from overtaking the world. Funding for The Demon's Rook was partially received through crowdsourcing websites Kickstarter and Indiegogo.[2][3]
| The Demon's Rook | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Directed by | James Sizemore |
| Written by | James Sizemore, Akom Tidwell |
| Starring | Ashleigh Jo Sizemore, James Sizemore, John Chatham |
| Cinematography | Tim Reis |
| Edited by | Tim Reis |
Production company | Black Rider Productions |
Release date |
|
Running time | 103 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Synopsis
editYoung boy Roscoe (Emmett Eckert) is lured into a portal to Hell by the elder demon Dimwos (John Chatham), who raises him into manhood and teaches him dark magic as he does. As an adult, Roscoe (James Sizemore) mistakenly releases three demons Dimwos had been tasked with keeping imprisoned, and flees back to Earth, followed by the demons. Roscoe reconnects with childhood friend Eva (Ashleigh Jo Sizemore), who has grown into a beautiful woman. Roscoe and Eva must track down the three demons and stop them from unleashing chaos, violence, and Hell on Earth.
Cast
edit- Ashleigh Jo Sizemore as Eva
- James Sizemore as Roscoe
- Emmett Eckert as Little Roscoe
- John Chatham as Dimwos
- Melanie Richardson as Barbara
- Josh Adam Gould as Owrefewl / Ogrom / Zombie / Barbara's Admirer
- Sade Smith as Valurga
- Dustin Dorough as Rolmortus
- Grace Kilgore as Little Eva
Reception
editCritical reception for The Demon's Rook has been largely positive and the movie has received praise from Ain't It Cool News and Fearnet.[4][5] Much of the praise centered upon its special effects,[6] and Bloody Disgusting commented that they found the gore "impressive".[7] Fangoria gave the movie three out of four skulls and stated that although the movie had some rough spots to it, its "heart and earnest spirit override any limitation."[8]
Awards
edit- Best Special Effects Award at Fantaspoa (2014, won)[9]
References
edit- ^ "Official Trailer Now Online for Loup'Rah Garomore's The Demon's Rook". Dread Central. 11 November 2013. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ "The Demon's Rook". Indiegogo. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ "The Demon's Rook by Loup'Rah Garomore". Kickstarter. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ Weinberg, Scott. "FEARNET Movie Review: 'The Demon's Rook'". Fearnet. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ "AICN HORROR looks at THE DEMON'S ROOK! BELA KISS: PROLOGUE! SATURN 3! NIGHT OF THE KRAMPUS! TRAIL OF BLOOD! KNIGHTRIDERS! ALL THE BOYS LOVE MANDY LANE! & More!". AICN. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ Rowan-Legg, Shelagh M. "Frightfest 2013 Review: THE DEMON'S ROOK is Trippy, Old-School-DIY Fun". Twitch Film. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ Cooper, Patrick (3 October 2013). "[BD Review] 'The Demon's Rook' Is a Maniacally Entertaining Ride!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ Zimmerman, Samuel. ""THE DEMON'S ROOK" (Screamfest Movie Review)". Fangoria. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ "Fantaspoa 2014: Award Winners Include DER SAMURAI, PROXY, And ASMODEXIA". Twitch Film. Retrieved 4 June 2014.