Summaries

This psychological drama dark comedy features an all star cast and a story that is unlike anything. As Cameron tries his best to deliver on a disastrous film production before it goes further south.

Cameron, a passionate but struggling student film producer, sees a glimmer of hope when he lands a gig on an ill-mannered and chaotic film set. With the pressure on to deliver a finished film by the end of Thanksgiving break, Cameron finds himself at a crossroads between ambition and sanity. As the deadline looms closer, tensions rise on set. Cameron clashes with his demanding director, whose unorthodox methods push everyone to their limits. Fueled by a desire to prove himself, Cameron sacrifices sleep, relationships, and even his own well-being to ensure the film's completion. However, as the production hurdles towards its deadline, cracks begin to show. Cameron's mental health deteriorates under the stress, and he starts to unravel. The facade of confidence and competence he's built begins to crack, revealing his vulnerabilities and insecurities. "Piledriver" is a raw and humorous exploration of ambition, ego, and the highs and lows of creative pursuit. Inspired by real-life experiences, it offers a poignant commentary on the lengths individuals will go to in order to validate their passion and talent in a cutthroat industry.—Chris Cifuentes-Weitzman

Details

Keywords
  • coming of age
  • psychological drama
  • hero's journey
  • war games
  • mental pressure
Genres
  • Drama
Release date Sep 24, 2012
Countries of origin United States
Official sites official Instagram
Filming locations Santa Clarita, California, USA
Production companies Cinema-Cifuentes

Box office

Budget $40000

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 50m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 2.35 : 1

Synopsis

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