48 Hours in Purgatory

Cast & Crew

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Director
Jason Armstrong
Executive Producer
Scott Williams
Producer
Andrew Roth
Producer
Jason Armstrong
Producer
Michael Klassen

Cast View all

Brody Hawkins
Andrew Roth
Veronique Villemaire
Emily Alatalo
Jagt
Sean Saska
Arkham
James C. Hewitt
Mark
Sean Szutka

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Production Manager
Michael Klassen
1st AD
Michael Klassen
Production Designer
Christi Fedecky
Director of Photography
Nick Matthews

1st Camera Assistant
Ian Brennen

Synopsis

Genre: Drama | Thriller

48 Hours in Purgatory is a film about people. From the bad-ass crew of rock star film-makers to the subjects of their latest documentary, this movie explores the complexity of relationships, whether with others or with oneself. Brody Hawkins (Andrew Roth) and his cohorts Veronique (Emily Alatalo), Jagt (Sean Saska) and Arkham (JC Hewitt), have risen to prominence in the New York film scene with documentary after documentary exploring the “demons of New York City.” Their films – ranging in subject matter from memorial tattoos using the ashes of cremated loved ones to the rare, sudden onset of mental illness in women delivering children – have become “must-sees.” Hot off the heels of their latest film (the box-office smash “Bagface”) Brody and company head to Canada, a place where Brody has demons of his own, to film Veronique's pet project, 48 Hours in Purgatory. The film is to be a docustudy exploring what happens when people are (voluntarily) confined to small room and forced to confront the skeletons in their closets. Things start out very well, in spite of emotional tensions among the crew. Part way through filming, however, tragedy strikes. Brody tries to soldier on and finish the film, pushing each subsequent subject harder and harder into the dark places of their lives. Finally Brody finds himself alone at the location, abandoned by his crew, with one subject remaining; A subject who will turn the tables on him, leading him to face his own inner demons. Do our self-deceptions serve us better than we imagine? Do we have the courage to look past the simple labels we place on others? Do we have the courage to face our inner demons? Written and Directed by musician Jason Armstrong, “48 Hours in Purgatory” explores those questions and more in this character-rich story about love, regret, fear, and the lies we tell ourselves.

Latest Updates

Screamfest Contest Announcement and Teaser News!

Published on: July 29, 2009

July is nearly over which means we're closing in on Toronto Screamfest, the very first time footage from the actual film will be seen on the big screen! In honour of this exciting event we're launching a contest for both attendees of Screamfest and internet wizards alike.

The idea is to continue to create awareness about the film through the magic of the internets, beginning with the impossibly popular social networking site, Facebook. The goal is to grow the Facebook Group for 48 Hours in Purgatory larger than the official Toronto Screamfest Group before Monday, August 3. You can participate by spreading the word about the film, the official site and most importantly, the FB Group.

If we succeed, four winners will be chosen at random from the group and sent a special prize pack. In addition, four other winners will be selected from the “attending” list at the Screamfest Event Page for free tickets, a prize pack and a private dinner party to be held the night of the event. Confirmed Dinner Party guests include 48HiP actors Emily Alatalo (Ronnie), Jenna Jade Rain (Claire), Sean Szutka (Mark) and Writer/Director Jason Armstrong.

All Prize Packs will include posters, a signed DVD of Stripped! (featuring Emily Alatalo), and a collection stills (photographed by Jeremy Ransom) with notes from the cast and crew printed on the back. One Screamfest attendee will also receive a 24”x36” print of the first theatrical 48 HiP poster. You can increase your chances of winning by having referred members mention you by name in a wall post.

So fire up your twitters, facebook and myspace accounts and help us get the word out!

We've also got news about the first official teaser for 48 Hours in Purgatory!

It's coming down the wire tonight!! That's right, cut and approved, the teaser invades the web as darkness falls over the east coast. Watch for it to appear on youtube, facebook, the official site and right here on Movieset! Watch it, share it and help us spread the word!

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First round of official soundtrack artists announced!

Published on: July 16, 2009

Just a quick note to let you know we've finalized some of the artists/bands whose work will be featured in the film!

Drew Brown, Forevertree, Ian Tanner, Surface 2 Air, Angerkain, Chasing Arcadia, Joel Gitta, and Charlena Russell. We'll be posting bios and links for these artists and more in the very near future! Make sure you take the time to listen to the songs they've offered to include on the website!

Expect some more exciting artists to be announced shortly. Also, rumour has it that one of these bands will be shooting a video tied directly to the film. Watch for more info on that in August!

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One night only, a special sneak preview of 48 Hours in Purgatory is coming to Toronto!

Published on: July 15, 2009


Thursday, August 6, Screamfest comes to the Fox Theatre in Toronto, Ontario. Among the films being “screamed” are Stripped!, Zombie Girl, Snuff, Behind the Eyes and more! As if that wasn't enough to make it worth a night out, the event has secured the exclusive opportunity to show 7 minutes of “48 Hours in Purgatory,” along with a special trailer for the film.

There will also be some film-related swag available, and for four members of our Facebook Group, a chance to go out for dinner with some of the actors from the film prior to the event. More details on the contest are coming soon. If you haven't already, make sure you join the group today! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=88734334665.

For more details and to order tickets in advance, check out the official site @ http://www.torontoscreamfest.com

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