The Poisoning 2013
"Gotta keep movin'..."
Director Zachary Eglinton crafts a tense drama-horror hybrid in *The Poisoning (2013)*, where a cross-country road trip promising new beginnings for aspiring filmmaker Matt Mercer takes a sinister turn.
Director: Zachary Eglinton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is *The Poisoning (2013)* about?
*The Poisoning* follows Matt Mercer, an aspiring filmmaker, as he embarks on a road trip to Los Angeles with a new friend, only to have his plans upended by his childhood buddy Chaps. What starts as a simple move spirals into a nightmare when a menacing hitchhiker forces them into a high-stakes chase, exposing deep-seated resentments along the way.
Who directed *The Poisoning*?
*The Poisoning* was directed by Zachary Eglinton, who brings a sharp eye for tension and character dynamics to this indie road-trip thriller.
Who stars in *The Poisoning*?
The film stars Matt Mercer, Brandon Walz, Kalan Ray, Patrick Thomas Gorman, and Mollie Pratt in key roles that drive the story's emotional and suspenseful core.
Is *The Poisoning (2013)* worth watching?
If you enjoy indie horror-thrillers with a tight focus on character-driven tension, *The Poisoning* delivers a compelling experience. Its 84-minute runtime keeps the pacing brisk, and the genre-blending approach makes it a memorable watch for fans of road-trip nightmares.
How long is *The Poisoning*?
*The Poisoning* runs for 84 minutes.
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About The Poisoning (2013) — A Road Trip Horror Where Friendship Takes a Deadly Turn
Director Zachary Eglinton crafts a tense drama-horror hybrid in *The Poisoning (2013)*, where a cross-country road trip promising new beginnings for aspiring filmmaker Matt Mercer takes a sinister turn. His carefully laid plans to move to Los Angeles with his new friend Riley are disrupted when an uninvited childhood buddy, Chaps, crashes the journey. Clashing personalities ignite smoldering tensions, but the real nightmare begins when a relentless hitchhiker hijacks their path, turning the open road into a claustrophobic nightmare of relentless pursuit. The film thrives on escalating paranoia and fractured friendships, weaving a story of ambition, jealousy, and survival.
With its tight 84-minute runtime, *The Poisoning (2013)* delivers a gripping thriller that lingers long after the credits roll, blending the raw energy of indie filmmaking with the suffocating dread of a horror chase. Eglinton's direction keeps the momentum relentless, while the ensemble cast—led by Matt Mercer and Brandon Walz—infuses authenticity into every tense exchange. The result is a film that's as much about the poison of unresolved emotions as it is about the literal dangers lurking on the road.