Truth is a virtue one cannot cover up.
Set behind the idyllic neighborhoods of Orange County, Ethan spends his days drawing comic books and dreaming of a happy life with his childhood love Kahlah. However, wedged fatally between them lies Kahlah's boyfriend, Shane, and his gang of corrupt goons. Threatened by Ethan, Shane's insidious plot to exact revenge comes at the cost of Kahlah and her innocence.
Fortunately for Ethan, his archaeologist neighbor, Angelica, opens his eyes to a world beyond his wildest imagination. Immersed among archeological materials, Ethan makes a discovery that leads him beyond the realm of living and into a forgotten past. Now he must walk a fine line to prevent all hell from breaking loose.
To find out if Kahlah can bring her culprit to justice, if relationships beyond the grave can survive, and what will become of an exposed community, you must go Beneath the Surface.
If you want to find the truth, all you have to do is dig.
WINNER Best Feature Sacramento Horror Film Festival 2007
Official Selection Seattle True Independent Film Festival 2007
Reaper Award Nominee 2009
BTS Press Quotes
"We live in a time when indie films (especially zombie themed ones) are a dime a dozen. Still, we here at Dread Central watch everything so we don't miss that long sought after diamond in the usually very rough. To my delight, Beneath the Surface just so happens to be one of those shining spots amidst a sea of darkness... what sets it apart from the pack is the raw directorial talent and great writing sensibilities displayed by Reigle."
--Uncle Creepy, DREADCENTRAL.COM
“Beneath the Surface has all the heart and warmth of a John Hughesfilm… gone horribly wrong!”
--Mr. Lobo, NATIONALLY SYNDICATED TV HORROR HOST
“Very Entertaining! Beneath the Surface is Shaun of the Dead meets Weekend at Bernies… in a good way.”
--Sean S. Cunningham, Director, FRIDAY THE 13TH
Beneath the Surface stands on its own as a well-crafted production. And Reigle, given the heart for storytelling he demonstrates here, is sure to be heard from again if given the right opportunities.
--Jessica Leibe, FANGORIA MAGAZINE
"Finally, Necrophila for high schoolers! It's John Hughes meets George Romero, Reanimator meets Dude Where's My Car? and Necromantic meets Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Sexy, funny, sick, clever and more fun than a bong full of maggots. Girls and Corpses grades Beneath the Surface A+... I laughed 'til I died!"
--R.S. Rhine (aka Corpsy) Deaditor – In - Chief , GIRLS AND CORPSES MAGAZINE
“What I really wish is that regular filmgoers could see a few good indie horror films that would open their eyes to the genre, make them realize that it exists and make them want more. It would take a film that is well acted without name actors, look professional and have a great story. Beneath the Surface, from Blake Reigle, is just that type of film.
If you're an indie horror fan and you're trying to get a girlfriend, boyfriend, buddy or anyone, really, to appreciate indie horror, check this film out. Beneath the Surface is as good as low-no budget indie horror gets. It's a true gem....”
--Ted Stanford, DEAD HARVEY .COM
“Funny, smart, and clever, Beneath the Surface is a blast to watch, and the director and his cast's names are ones to follow.”
--Ian Miller. AV MANIACS
“Beneath the Surface has successfully combined comedy and horror where other films in this genre have failed.
--Tim Meunier, Director / Founder, SACRAMENTO HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
"The cast exceeds expectations and then some... Dominique Croix gives a flawless performance as Kahlah... Beneath the Surface is a refreshing and unique twist on the zombie / horror film. Overall what makes Beneath the Surface so enjoyable is its clever dialogue and well rounded characters."
--Michael Den Boer, 10KBULLETS.COM
" Well worth checking out … Contains enough originality and off-beat quirks to set it apart from many other entries in this overcrowded genre"
--The Graveyard Tramp, DVD HOLOCAUST
LEAD CAST
Ethan…………………….....................……… Kyle Stanley
Kahlah……………………....................…….. Dominque Geisendorff
Eric………………….....................…………....Christian Munden
Shane…………………….....................……… Brett Lawrence
Shane’s Father………….....................…….. Jerry Schumacher
Angelica…………………....................……… Gloria Grant
FILMMAKERS
Writer, Producer, and Director….............. Blake Reigle
Co Producer and Production Designer……. Braden Patterson
Director of Photography………….............. Nate Tieman
Editor…………………………….................... Blake Reigle
Production Audio………………................. Shaunt Halebian And Steven Rowen
Sound Designer and Mixer……..............… Kyle Rector
Casting………………………..................….. Tim Burnham
Make Up and FX…………................……… Marissa DeLeon And Lauren Kaylor
Web Media………………….................…… Robert Winston Dorsey
Photographer………………...............…….. Braedon Flynn
SOUNDTRACK
Live Performance by IN THIS MOMENT
Music Provided Courtesy of Josh Grabelle at TRUSTKILL RECORDS
Original Score by Kyle Rector
