Public Access (1993)

Brewster seems to be an almost too perfect example of idyllic small-town America, with everyone living in peace and harmony. So when newcomer Whiley Pritcher starts up his own local cable ... See full summary »

Director:

Bryan Singer

Writers:

Christopher McQuarrie, Bryan Singer

Stars:

Ron Marquette, Bert Williams, Leigh Hunt

2 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ron Marquette	...	Whiley Pritcher
Bert Williams	...	Bob Hodges
Leigh Hunt	...	Intersect Host
John Renshaw	...	Jock Talk Host
Jessie	...	Jock
Jennifer McManus	...	Receptionist
Brandon Boyce	...	Kevin Havey
Dina Brooks	...	Rachel
Craig Stovall	...	Cameraman #1
Bruce Germaine	...	Cameraman #2
Margaret Kerry	...	Marge
Elizabeth Ince	...	Tatting Tales / Our Town Caller
Charles Kavanaugh	...	Mayor Breyer
Randall Slavin	...	Pudd
Liz Dilts	...	Lisa

Storyline

Brewster seems to be an almost too perfect example of idyllic small-town America, with everyone living in peace and harmony. So when newcomer Whiley Pritcher starts up his own local cable TV show with the question "what's wrong with Brewster?", there surely can't be any deep dark secrets in the town that are just waiting to come to the surface - or can there? And when the question becomes "who's wrong with Brewster?" things start getting seriously nasty

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Plot Keywords:

brewster | tv | cable | small town | two word title | 

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Taglines:

Is it wise to talk to strangers?

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Genres:

Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language, brief sexuality and violence

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

January 1993 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dimosios katigoros

Filming Locations:

USA

Box Office

Budget:

$250,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Cinemabeam,Kenneth Kokin/Adam Ripp productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Sound Mix:

Ultra Stereo

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

The film was shot in 18 days for US$250,000.

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Quotes

Bob Hodges: Do you do drugs?
Whiley Pritcher: Does Tylenol count?

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Connections

Referenced in An Interview with John Ottman (2002)

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Soundtracks

RACHEL MY DEAR
Music and Lyrics by Paul Todisco
Performed by Ted Raimi
Arrangement by Trevor Rhodes
(c) 1991 Paul Todisco

User Reviews

Subtle, Disquieting Story

Drifter rolls into town, and by way of a local access TV show, begins to touch nerves in smug "Smalltown, USA."

Ron Marquette delivers a very strong performance as Whiley Pritcher, the enigmatic drifter. His portrayal is a mix of thoughtfulness and menace.

The director, Bryan Singer, tells the story, slowly, deliberately, layer by layer. A keen eye for rhythm and pacing, for the building of suspense. I found the film a strong cautionary message, for those who foolishly abide blind faith in our elected "leaders."

Compared to his future endeavors, PUBLIC ACCESS is lighter in intensity, yet still strong in effect.