The Insane 2006
"They killed his family. Now he'll kill them."
Mark Cripps' 2006 horror short *The Insane* thrusts viewers into the grim aftermath of John Vincent's shattered life. A hardened cop discovers his wife murdered in their home, a crime committed by a deranged killer.
Director: Mark Cripps
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Insane (2006) about?
*The Insane* follows former cop John Vincent as he embarks on a violent quest for vengeance after his wife is murdered. Armed with a crowbar, he tracks down the killers only to realize the deeper horror may lie in what's left unspoken.
Who directed The Insane?
The Insane was directed by Mark Cripps, a filmmaker known for crafting tight, atmospheric horror narratives.
Who stars in The Insane?
The film features John Altman, Harry Evans Junior, Colin Kilbride, Jessica O'Neill, and Geo Paradissis in key roles.
Is The Insane (2006) worth watching?
While unrated on IMDb, *The Insane* offers a punchy, atmospheric horror experience packed into 12 minutes. Its raw intensity and themes of vengeance make it a compelling watch for fans of gritty short films.
How long is The Insane?
The Insane has a runtime of 12 minutes.
About The Insane (2006) — A Cop's Descent into Brutal Street-Level Horror
Mark Cripps' 2006 horror short *The Insane* thrusts viewers into the grim aftermath of John Vincent's shattered life. A hardened cop discovers his wife murdered in their home, a crime committed by a deranged killer. Consumed by vengeance, John abandons his badge and takes to the city's underbelly, wielding nothing but a crowbar and sheer determination to hunt down the psychopaths responsible. But as he embarks on his brutal crusade, John uncovers a horrifying truth—something far more sinister lurks beneath the surface of his quest for justice.
Crisp tension and relentless pacing define this compact 12-minute film, where grief and rage collide in a nightmarish urban landscape. The horror isn't just in bloodshed but in the revelation that the true monsters may be closer than John ever imagined. With a cast led by John Altman, Harry Evans Junior, and Colin Kilbride, *The Insane* delivers a chilling exploration of obsession and the cost of vengeance.