Linbeymusol
Wonderful character development!
Breakinger
A Brilliant Conflict
Voxitype
Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.
heatherdorff
The dream sequences are beautiful, the acting up to par, the pace is lightening fast and the cinematography masterfully done. Ellie Church does an amazing job playing the title character who is just trying to make sense of a horrible situation. She's trying to help the one she loves even if it's not really the right (or sane) thing to do. Both girls are gorgeous on screen and really just sell their individual characters well. Jessica Cameron has a knack for directing indie horror films with unique story lines that are just a great time to watch! There are depressing moments, surprising moments, disturbing moment, and moments that are unintentionally hilarious but in the best possible way. Overall I'd recommend this film to any horror enthusiast and especially one who loves what Jessica does.
Johnny Johnster Trujillo
just caught the movie mania at the another hole in the head film festival in Sana Francisco ca last Sunday what a great and fun awesome film great acting all around but Tristan risk and Ellie church play off each other very very well as SAM and Brooke if its playing in your town or country at a convention or film festival do yourself a favor get your tickets if you love truth or dare you love mania its another hit for director Jessica Cameron also see truth of dare that was a fun ride as well see them you will not be disappointed see them both on the big screen and bring your friends and family to see these great films
Kitty Montez
I had the pleasure of seeing this movie at the RIP Horror film fest on Halloween night. I can tell you, I was not disappointed. It was absolutely amazing and Jessica Cameron did a wonderful job with this film. It had a very interesting story with the two characters, Mel and Brooke and their journey to escape. I was completely invested in the outcome of this film. I highly suggest everyone seeing this movie.The story just made you want to sit at the edge of your seat just waiting to see what was going to happen next. It had some of the most amazing scenes that had me biting my nails. It had such beautiful makeup effects. You could really feel the connection between the Brooke and Mel. I cannot wait to see this again. Job well done.
rlsanchez5
I had the chance to see this at The Arizona Underground Film Festival a few days ago and I was certainly not disappointed. I was really looking forward to this film after first seeing Jessica Cameron's gore fest "Truth or Dare." The end result was a nice blend of story,tension and David Lynch-ian imagery.Another thing to take into account is Mania itself. The filmmakers did a wonderful job taking into account and showing the symptoms that Mania can cause.It creates an uneasy tension that last through out the film and asks the question,"How far would you go for love?" I also appreciate that this film leaves things open for interpretation. Not just with the imagery but early in the film it is a plot point that one of the characters must take her medical to prevent these Manic episodes from happening. Like in real life, 5 out of 10 doctors would say that pills will help while the other 5 would say it'd only make things worse. That certainly came across in the film,as i never was sure if the pills were truly helping or only making things worse. It's the little things like this that make the film excel.The film also comes along with a great cast of larger than life supporting characters, a killer score with a definite 80's vibe and of course, gore.I definitely recommend checking this film out if you're a fan of independent horror.
