Horror History: IDENTITY With John Cusack is Now 18 Years Old
A terrifying murder mystery with an amazing ensemble cast and one hell of a twist. Identity was released on this day back in 2003. Directed by James Mangold from a screenplay penned by Michael Cooney. The film features John Cusack, Ray Liotta, Amanda Peet, John Hawkes, Alfred Molina, Clea DuVall, John C. McGinley, William Lee Scott, Jake Busey, Pruitt Taylor Vince, and Rebecca De Mornay.
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Has it been a while, or if you’ve never experienced the mind-bending suspense of Identity? Then check out the trailer and synopsis below.
Synopsis:
When a vicious storm breaks out in the Nevada desert, 10 people seek refuge in an isolated motel. At the same time, a serial killer (Pruitt Taylor Vince) under the care of psychiatrist Doctor Mallick (Alfred Molina) — who has just found the killer’s revealing journal — awaits execution for murdering a group of motel guests. When the storm-stranded travelers realize they are being killed off one by one, limo driver Ed Dakota (John Cusack) bids to stay alive and reveal the murderer’s identity.
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Trivia:
“As I was going up the stair / I met a man who wasn’t there. / He wasn’t there again today / I wish, I wish he’d go away.” One character claims to have written this poem. It is really a poem titled “Antigonish” by William Hughes Mearns. This poem was also turned into a popular song, giving it widespread attention. (Source)
According to James Mangold, when shooting the film in studio and using a heavy rain backdrop, a water system was used to simulate the cold rain. As a result of working on such a water-drenched set for long hours, it wasn’t uncommon for the cast to become afflicted with the common cold. (Source)
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