Dwellers is a US horror movie released in 2021 that runs for 80 minutes. This film explores the mysterious disappearances in the homeless community, thrilling viewers as it unveils a horrifying secret beneath the city. Directed and written by Drew Fortier, the movie stars Fortier himself along with James L. Edwards and Douglas Esper, with interesting and unknown backstage stories to share.
Where it Filmed?
Dwellers was filmed in various locations across the United States, spanning from Barberton, Ohio to Chicago, Illinois. The filming process took place from May 25, 2019, to November 9, 2019, giving the production team ample time to capture the essence of the script.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Drew Fortier | Drew |
| James L. Edwards | James |
| Douglas Esper | Doug |
| Omar Baig | Dotani |
| Rick Jermain | Detective Jenkins |
| Dustin Boltjes | Boogeyman |
| Jeff Hatrix | Serious Hobo |
| Tharasa DiMeo | Sewer Hobo |
| Frederick Husar | Diesel |
| Gary Denny | Sam |
| Robert A. Coldicott | Crazy Hobo |
| Mitch Lafon | Mitch Lafon (voice) |
| William S. Tribell | Cracker Jack |
| Michele Esper | Paranoid Hobo |
| Isabelle Fox | Mr. Hands |
| David Ellefson | David Ellefson |
| Steve Hergina | Creepy Hobo |
| Andrea Carlson Knight | Hooker |
| David Bachmeier | Drunk Hobo |
| Chris Akin | Chris Akin |
| Tommy Church | Random Hobo |
| Thom Hazaert | Thom Hazaert |
| Mike Vamos | Suited Man |
| Wendell Neeley | Wendell Neeley |
| Tim Novotny | Bishop |
Trivia and Facts
- This movie is the first one approved by Ellefson Films, a production company led by the bassist of Megadeth. David Ellefson even featured in the film, playing himself.
- The movie contains a reference to the classic film, “Gone with the Wind” released in 1939.
- The dialogue exhibits the confusion and tension within the film crew as Drew reassures them, “Oh don’t worry, it’ll all make sense. You’re gonna get such a big kick out of this.”
- Dwellers has been critically acclaimed earning it 20 wins and 3 nominations.
- It’s a found-footage style film blending elements of horror in the backdrop of a several U.S. cities.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Barberton, Ohio, USA
- Latitude: 41.012833
- Longitude: -81.6051221
- Place ID: ChIJSyPtpHjTMIgRa0ZfTLyZbj4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Barberton, OH 44203, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Springfield, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 39.78172130000001
- Longitude: -89.6501481
- Place ID: ChIJd9HbJB05dYgRIm2ozO6CLOc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Springfield, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- Latitude: 39.1031182
- Longitude: -84.5120196
- Place ID: ChIJ-SE43rFRQIgRF5PA5It–2k
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Cincinnati, OH, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Concord, North Carolina, USA
- Latitude: 35.4087517
- Longitude: -80.579511
- Place ID: ChIJS_yqzmIFVIgRva7NPsC4ofA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Concord, NC, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 41.8781136
- Longitude: -87.6297982
- Place ID: ChIJ7cv00DwsDogRAMDACa2m4K8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Chicago, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
