Camp Pleasant Lake

Movie Trailer

Release Date
February 27, 2024 (Theaters, VOD)
June 1, 2024 (STARZ)

Genre
Slasher

Cast & Crew

• Jonathan Lipnicki as Jasper Meadows
• Bonnie Aarons as Esmeralda
• Andrew Divoff as Evil Man
• Mike Ferguson as Lucifer ‘Lou’
• Amber Oliver as Sheena
• Sajid Ali as Gabe
• Michael Paré as Rick Rutherford
• Robert LaSardo as Angel
• Tyrone Evans Clark as Julian
• Anne-Marie Olsen as Kim
• Kelly Lynn Reiter as Echo Meadows
• Devanny Pinn as Harper
• Jody Nolan as Ross
• Elley Ringo as Grace
• Tom Batchelder as Logan
• Ashley Medina Perez as Bayley
• Peter Augustine as Mitchell
• Adam Treasure as Jamal Davis
• William Delesk as Young Jasper
• William Bowker as Lenny
• James Di Giacomo as John Meadows
• Leila Almas Rose as Ruby Meadows
• Jackson Everest as Hunter
• Sophie Welch as Young Harper
• Paul Gunn as Clay
• Jean Heathen as Joanne
• Lacey Burdine as Young Echo
• Joe Barlam as Wyatt
• Scott Alan Ward as Charles
• Thomas Walton as Camp Bus Driver
• Elizabeth Noelle as Andrea
• Anson Days as Terrance
• Christopher Sky as Mike Wilson
• Collin Lee Turner as Jacob
• Mary Jones as Isabelle
• Randy Pascuzzi as Jackson

Director
Thomas Walton

Producers

• Jared Safier
• Thomas Walton

Writer
Thomas Walton

Production Company

• Safier Entertainment
• PhilaDreams Films
• Lux Angeles Studios
• Mahal Empire
• Movies by Misfits
• RMR Productions
• Stag Mountain Films

Distributed By
Deskpop Entertainment, Safier Entertainment, Starz

Running Time
90 minutes

Languages
English

Content Advisory

• Intense violence
• Gore
• Horror themes

Movie Story
“Camp Pleasant Lake” is a chilling slasher film set in a remote and eerie summer camp that harbors a dark secret. The story revolves around a mysterious 20-year-old cold case involving the disappearance of a young girl. As a new group of campers and counselors arrive at Camp Pleasant Lake, they are unaware that the past is about to catch up with them in the most horrifying way possible.

The film opens with a foreboding atmosphere as the attendees settle into their camp routines, only to be met with a series of gruesome and inexplicable events. The camp’s ominous history begins to unravel when the survivors of a long-buried incident return to the scene, bringing with them memories of the tragedy and a thirst for answers. As night falls, the campers and counselors find themselves hunted by twisted serial killers who are determined to ensure that the dark secrets of Camp Pleasant Lake are never revealed.

The tension escalates as the survivors try to piece together the clues, all while evading the relentless killers who seem to be connected to the camp’s sinister past. Jasper Meadows (Jonathan Lipnicki), haunted by his own childhood memories of the camp, must confront the horrors that lie within, aided by the enigmatic Esmeralda (Bonnie Aarons) and the ruthless Evil Man (Andrew Divoff). As the body count rises, the line between predator and prey blurs, leading to a terrifying climax where the truth about the missing girl is finally uncovered.

With its intense suspense, graphic violence, and shocking twists, “Camp Pleasant Lake” delivers a brutal and relentless horror experience. The film’s eerie setting, combined with its complex characters and dark narrative, makes it a must-watch for fans of the slasher genre.

Special Effects
“Camp Pleasant Lake” utilizes practical effects and makeup to create its graphic and visceral horror sequences. The film’s atmospheric cinematography by David M. Parks adds to the sense of dread, while the editing by George Lambriodes and John Mark Triplett ensures a tight, suspenseful narrative.

Filming Locations

• Various locations in the United States (specific locations not disclosed)

Notable Quotes

• “Some secrets are better left buried… at the bottom of the lake.” – Jasper Meadows
• “The past never stays hidden, and neither do we.” – Esmeralda

Behind-the-Scenes
Directed and written by Thomas Walton, “Camp Pleasant Lake” was produced by Jared Safier and Walton himself. The film’s production included a talented team of industry veterans and newcomers, with cinematography by David M. Parks and an original score by Reuven Herman. Filming took place in various undisclosed locations across the United States, capturing the isolated and eerie atmosphere of the camp setting.

Final Verdict
“Camp Pleasant Lake” is a brutal and suspenseful slasher film that will keep horror fans on the edge of their seats. With a compelling mystery at its core and a cast of memorable characters, the film delivers both the thrills and the chills, making it a standout entry in the genre.

Image Source: by Safier Entertainment