The Curse of the Forty-Niner, a horror movie released in 2002, follows the terrifying experience of a group of friends who accidentally awaken a long-dead miner while mining for gold. Directed by John Carl Buechler and written by Antonio Olivas, the movie features Karen Black, John Phillip Law, and Richard Lynch among others. This article addresses film locations, trivia and other interesting facts about this movie.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of the Curse of the Forty-Niner took place entirely in California, USA. Specifically, the movie was shot at the Agua Dulce Movie Ranch located at 34855 Petersen Road, Agua Dulce. Other filming locations include Polsa Rosa Ranch at 5726 Soledad Canyon Road, Acton, and the Sable Ranch at 25933 Sand Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. However, actual filming dates are generally unavailable for the public.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Karen Black | Aunt Nelly |
| John Phillip Law | Sheriff Murphy |
| Richard Lynch | Old Man Prichard |
| Vernon Wells | Jeremiah Stone |
| Martin Kove | Caleb |
| Jeff Conaway | Reverend Sutter |
| Brad H. Arden | Forty-Niner |
| Sean Hines | Nick Berman |
| Carrie Bradac | Claire Berman |
| Elina Madison | Rox Ann |
| Alexandra Ford | Eve |
| Shadrach Smith | Jared |
| Skye Myers | Bertie |
| Kelsey Wedeen | Lilly |
| Alain Norte | Posse Member (s) |
| Craig Hathaway | Posse Member (s) |
| Henry Smithboaun | Posse Member (s) |
| Josh Hottel | Posse Member (s) |
| Enrique Avelar | Posse Member (s) |
| Davis Powers | Posse Member (s) |
| Bob Vassallo | Posse Member (s) |
| Tiger Torres | Posse Member (s) |
| David Fine | Posse Member (s) |
| Peter Bishop | Posse Member (s) |
| Chip Mefford | Posse Member |
| Kelly Taylor | Bartender Betty (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was directed by John Carl Buechler and written by Antonio Olivas.
- Among the cast were Karen Black, John Phillip Law, and Richard Lynch who played Aunt Nelly, Sheriff Murphy, and Old Man Prichard respectively.
- The film centers around a group of friends who learn the hard way that greed is a deadly sin after they stir a long-dead miner who’s hell-bent on protecting his treasure.
- The film bagged an Award; 1 win.
- Despite Tori’s car crash scene, there’s an inconsistency in the side view of the car’s window. Initially, it is seen all the way up but after the crash, the window is mysteriously rolled all the way down.
- The movie references Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho (1960).
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Polsa Rosa Ranch – 5726 Soledad Canyon Road, Acton, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.4366592
- Longitude: -118.2324425
- Place ID: ChIJCQHgcYP0woARkQyO9SRhwU4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5726 Soledad Canyon Rd, Acton, CA 93510, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Sable Ranch – 25933 Sand Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.3766906
- Longitude: -118.4105778
- Place ID: ChIJF0FDgr6OwoARwdeJCykicG4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 25933 Sand Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
