The movie “Shapeshifter” was released in 2005 and falls under the horror genre. In this movie, inmates and security guards in a high-risk prison are preyed on by a demonic beast, who’s power increases with each kill, pushing them to uncover the hidden secret to tame the beast. The film is known for its crew, cast and locations.
Where it Filmed?
“Shapeshifter” was filmed mainly in the United States, with two key locations being featured. The first is the Lincoln Heights Jail, located at 401 N. Avenue 19, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, California. The second filming location was within the city of Los Angeles, California itself.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Lee Wiggins | Ginny Lydon |
| Ocean Marciano | Tyrese |
| Chris Facey | Riggs |
| Vaz Andreas | Velku |
| Marat Glazer | Marcoux |
| A.J. Hammond | Mohammad |
| Steven Glinn | Jimmy |
| Charles Schneider | The Father |
| Louis Mendoza | Eddie |
| Bobby James | The Warden |
| Brian J. Garland | Andrews |
| Elliot Ruiz | Pedro |
| Martin Hristov | Andrei |
| Jim Polivka | Iosif |
| Leigh Scott | Harry Ellis – Executive |
| Stephen A.F. Day | Russian Pimp |
| Scott Evans | Partner (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed by Gregory Lemkin.
- The writers of the movie were A. Everett Howe and Gregory Lemkin.
- The leading stars were Jennifer Lee Wiggins, Ocean Marciano, and Chris Facey.
- The runtime of this horror film was 1 hour and 21 minutes.
- A unique characteristic of the beast in the movie is that it feeds on human flesh.
- The movie had some international titles, including “Prisión maldita” in Mexico, “Alakváltó” in Hungary, and “Клеймо дьявола” in Russia.
- The estimated budget for the filming was $200,000.
- One notable goof in the movie is when the monster attacks the first guard, his internal organs are visible before the monster rips his skin.
- The film was referenced in “Shapeshifter: Behind the Scenes” produced in the same year.
- Finally, the ending credits humorously encourage viewers to watch other movies by the same production company, Asylum.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Lincoln Heights Jail – 401 N. Avenue 19, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0777971
- Longitude: -118.2251117
- Place ID: ChIJj32fdYzGwoARiJg1PrY43kM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 421 N Ave 19, Los Angeles, CA 90031, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
