The Demon's Rook
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| 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 dates |
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Running time | 103 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
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]
Synopsis
When he was a child Roscoe (James Sizemore and Emmett Eckert) was frequently visited by Dimwos (John Chatham), an elder demon that would visit Roscoe at night. One day Dimwos lures Roscoe into a portal that takes him to a strange world where Dimwos teaches Roscoe various things, including his ancient language. Dimwos withholds nothing from Roscoe, save one single secret that ends up becoming Roscoe's downfall when he releases three especially deadly and evil demons. Roscoe manages to flee by crossing back through the portal to the human world but ends up taking the three demons with him. Once back in the human world, Roscoe recollects his previous human existence and the childhood friend he left behind, Eva (Ashleigh Jo Sizemore), who has grown into a beautiful woman. This all causes conflict within Roscoe, as this clashes with what Dimwos had led him to believe. Now Roscoe must track down the three demons and battle them into submission while also trying to deal with the evil they're unleashing on the unsuspecting world.
Cast
- 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
Reception
Critical 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
- Best Special Effects Award at Fantaspoa (2014, won)[9]
References
- ↑ "Official Trailer Now Online for Loup'Rah Garomore's The Demon's Rook". Dread Central. 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. "[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.