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Paranoia

  • Video
  • 2011
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
493
YOUR RATING
Paranoia (2011)
Dark ComedyCrimeMysteryThriller

A serial killer is terrorizing a small town. Mark Bishop has just killed an intruder who attacked him in his home. He's not sure if he killed the real serial killer, but he knows that he doe... Read allA serial killer is terrorizing a small town. Mark Bishop has just killed an intruder who attacked him in his home. He's not sure if he killed the real serial killer, but he knows that he doesn't want the attention. He must get rid of the body and avoid the authorities, but he can... Read allA serial killer is terrorizing a small town. Mark Bishop has just killed an intruder who attacked him in his home. He's not sure if he killed the real serial killer, but he knows that he doesn't want the attention. He must get rid of the body and avoid the authorities, but he can't shake the feeling that the real killer is still out there.

  • Director
    • Ryan Mitchelle
  • Writer
    • Brad Jones
  • Stars
    • Brad Jones
    • Brian Irving
    • Jillian Zurawski
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    493
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ryan Mitchelle
    • Writer
      • Brad Jones
    • Stars
      • Brad Jones
      • Brian Irving
      • Jillian Zurawski
    • 12User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Brad Jones
    • Mark Bishop
    Brian Irving
    • Carl Stowers
    Jillian Zurawski
    • Claire
    Brian Lewis
    • Randy
    Jake Norvell
    • Bartender
    Sarah Gobble
    • Marissa Bishop
    • (as Sarah Lewis)
    Buford Stowers
    • John
    Peter Scott
    • Thief 1
    Zelda Tindell
    • Thief 2
    • (as Zach Tindell)
    Emily King
    • Thief Driver
    Alex Shryock
    • Billy
    Carrie Jo Stucki
    • Kari
    Nikki Verba
    • Shower Girl
    Samantha Allen
    • Bed Girl
    • (as Samantha K. Allen)
    Jerrid Foiles
    • Charon
    Felicia Jiardina
    • Reporter 1
    Ed Glaser
    • Reporter 2
    Joe Crain
    • Reporter 3
    • Director
      • Ryan Mitchelle
    • Writer
      • Brad Jones
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    User reviews12

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    6green_day909

    Fun, gripping but poor writing.

    I'm a massive fan of Brad Jones, i love the cinema snob and all his other shows, and i love his movie 'Gameboys', but i don't think this is his strongest film.

    A lot of people are talking about the quality of the film, but I don't think Brad would really think that makes his film any better, as he frequently talks about how a lot of films are made better by grain on VHS, and in fact all his other films were shot directly to VHS. Yes this film looks good, the lighting is alright, but that doesn't make the film.

    Personally, i really don't like the writing of the film, mostly because i don't feel that this is how real people would react if they were put in these situations. There are certain moments when it does seem real, but for the most part, they feel like characters in a film reading from a script. There is only about 5 minutes of exposition, and even that doesn't really explain a whole lot about the characters or the scenario. None of the characters are really given any interesting attributes, so they're all pretty forgettable.

    That being said, it does feel like a solid film, and very enjoyable to watch. The camera work is pretty incredible, though i think they could have done a lot more with the black and white (see Good Night and Good Luck), but the use of camera angles was non-intrusive and worked very well for the movie. The score was really good, simple and effective, though some of the music added seemed out of place and took away a bit from the atmosphere. The acting is good, though not amazing, except for Brad who gives an incredible performance.

    It's a fun film, I say it's worth the watch especially because it's free to view on The Cinema Snob website. I give the film a 6/10 mostly because the writing holds it back, but I really did love watching this movie.
    10hankfeldman59

    A Good Low Budget Thriller

    Filmed on a shoe string budget in the midwest, "Paranoia" is a pretty damn good, if somewhat predictable, indie thriller. The film's star Brad Jones is mainly known for his internet comedy, but he really comes through in this darker, more disturbing role. If you don't like microbudgeted filmmaking, you're not going to like this; and if you simply don't like the filmmakers, you're also not going to like it.

    On it's own, the music is top notch, the acting is very good, and the film's pacing keeps you interested. The main plot is that Brad has killed an intruder in his house who he thinks is a serial killer, so he goes through a long night of torment when getting rid of the body.
    10seth-cameronwalk

    A good start for a low budget filmmaker

    This movie stars Brad Jones. Jones has an internet following as the Cinema Snob reviewing low budget horror films as an overly snobby film critic. This film represents his attempt to write a serious Thriller. Jones has directed other films in the past but none of them have had any strong production values. This is because none of these films had any kind of budget. Paranoia was written by and stars Jones but not directed by Jones. This film was directed by Ryan Mitchelle. With someone else directing Jones was able to work on the writing and his performance as the lead actor. This was a great improvement since great attention was given to the over all look of the film which greatly reflects the films dark feel.

    Overall the film was enjoyable. The constraints of a low budget were obvious a few times but overall it was entertaining. Ryan Mitchelle's direction was solid. The pacing was slow at first but picked up mad way through. The final act of the film was actually pretty riveting. But next time invest in some better microphones. Jones' writing however leaves something to be desired. Overly indulgent and clunky dialog that goes on way too long.

    I would recommend this film to anyone who loves indie films.
    6antjusino

    An Enjoyable Experience, but Drags

    Jones' acting in this film is surprisingly solid, having known him only from the Snob Reviews and his Midnight Screenings show. His performance, despite missteps and repeated driving&cigarette smoking, definitely carries the film. Brian Lewis as the policeman does a pretty fair job for looking nothing like a policeman, and Sarah Ogg and Jillian Z also turn out decent performances, despite a lackluster script. Brian Irving seems quite unfit as the mystic Carl Stowers, however. A deeper voiced, more menacing actor would have made more sense, and his light delivery and quarter-smile give him away. I enjoy the black & white writer's cut, despite its sometimes ill-placed soundtrack. Aside from Jones' acting, what made this film more than just watchable was director Ryan's ability to establish a creepy, uneasy, or just unsettling atmosphere. The low budget nature of the film only added to dark tone it maintained. The dialogue was written quite decently, though it is sometimes delivered too unrealistically to take seriously (except for Jones mostly)(his terrible "AHH!" headache screams notwithstanding) The weakest link in the chain, though, is the pacing. The film is too tonally one note to illicit any real feeling other than unease after the halfway point. Things become non-linear and clues come about, but until the climax, the viewer may struggle to gain footing as to what the hell is going on. I enjoyed it regardless.
    7timmaher94

    Good Movie to Watch More Than Once!

    Being a fan of Brad Jones I had to check out his movie. Brad did an excellent job on writing the script and he was also good at acting too. The rest of the cast and crew did a good job to help movie the movie along. The movie was cliché but it is very good at keeping your attention. Being a screenwriter myself I was glad to see Brad follow a good three act screenplay. You know you have a good script when you see the main character introduced in the first moment of the film and at the end of it. It's better than a lot of films I've seen out of Hollywood lately. If you don't know of Brad and his friends you have to check out his work on his website. The directing was excellent and I recommend this movie.

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    • Trivia
      Paranoia was originally something Brad Jones wrote for himself to direct several years before this film was produced. When friend Ryan Mitchelle, who has helped Jones out with film projects in the past, was looking for something as his directing debut he asked if Jones had any old scripts he could use. Jones went through his unproduced scripts and found the one for Paranoia. Mitchelle was looking to make something dark and psychological and decided Paranoia was ideal for his debut. While Jones stilled liked the concept of Paranoia and felt it could be a good film, he admitted to not liking the original script he had written, so he basically re-wrote the entire screenplay, keeping only the original concept.
    • Quotes

      [repeated line]

      Mark Bishop: What?

    • Alternate versions
      An alternative version known as "The Writer's Cut" appears on the screenwriter/star Brad Jones' website. Notable changes include: The film is now in black and white. Some scenes now include pop songs of the 60s and 80s. All foreshadowing hinting at the movie's conclusion has been removed. Many of Jerrid Foiles' lines were cut. Also removed are any time a character uses the word "paranoia." Many lines have been cut from the final church scene. Some sound effects were also fixed, namely a more appropriate glass shattering sound near the beginning of the film.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Nostalgia Critic: Paranoia: DVD (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      I Know This Much Is True
      Written by Gary Kemp

      Performed by Spandau Ballet

      (Writer's Cut only)

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    • Release date
      • June 7, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Springfield, Illinois, USA
    • Production companies
      • Stoned Gremlin Productions
      • Walkaway Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $20,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 38m(98 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1
      • 16:9 HD

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