The Resurrection Apprentice (2005)

A young boy enters the world of grave robbers.

Director:

Glenn McQuaid

Writer:

Glenn McQuaid

Stars:

Daniel Manche, Larry Fessenden, Brenda Cooney

Cast

Cast overview:
Daniel Manche	...	Arthur Blake
Larry Fessenden	...	Willie
Brenda Cooney	...	Mrs. Tulley

Storyline

Forced into the "trade" by circumstance, Arthur must prove himself capable of the gritty and disturbing task of stealing the dead. Willie, a hardened Resurrection Man, shows Arthur the ropes while deciding whether or not the boy is worth more to him alive or dead. The Resurrection Apprentice is an atmospheric short in the tradition of the period pot boilers of Terence Fisher and Roger Corman.

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Plot Keywords:

grave robber | 

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Taglines:

No grave left unturned

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Genres:

Short | Thriller

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Did You Know?

Connections

Followed by I Sell the Dead (2008)

User Reviews

Superb short film

Acting, cinematography and directing are great. The characters are dark but alluring. The story is intriguing and makes me want to know more about the subject of the story. Grave robbing, never thought it could have happened or does happen but after seeing this short, hmmmm...., I think again. Larry Fessenden is great as Arthur Blake. His physicality's and accent are perfect. The scenes are set in a grave yard with lots of mist and fog, giving a creepy effect, which is perfect for the story line. This is definitely a short film worth seeing! I've seen quite a few shorts in my time and usually lighting, sound, props or location is compromised but not in this short film. It's the perfect introduction to a feature. Hope to see this short made into a feature someday.

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

20 July 2005 (Canada)

Filming Locations:

Jersey City, New Jersey, USA

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby SR

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1