The Other Side of the Tracks
Encyclopedia
The Other Side of the Tracks (also known as The Haunting of Amelia) is a 2008 independent
fantasy film
written and directed by A. D. Calvo.
). Arjen spent nearly four hours applying latex foam prosthetics to transform Tania Raymonde
into Amelia's ghost.
, in 2008, with a brief flashback to 1998. The film features many scenes with trains, railroad tracks, and a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
—referred to as the Blue Heaven. Locations also include an abandoned farmhouse and a small pizza restaurant housed in an authentic decommissioned subway car.
released the Region 1 DVD on December 28, 2010 under the title, The Haunting of Amelia.
, and 59% at Rotten Tomatoes
.
, The Alternate Routes
, Brightwood, Camera Can't Lie
, Volker Hinkel
, and John Ralston
.
The film features a previously unreleased version of Plastic Soul by This World Fair
—best known for their hit Don't Make Me Wait from the Disturbia
soundtrack. The film also features Gone, Gone, Gone, a song by John Ralston
—a BMI “top pick” and opening act for Dashboard Confessional
.
Independent film
An independent film, or indie film, is a professional film production resulting in a feature film that is produced mostly or completely outside of the major film studio system. In addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies, independent films are also produced...
fantasy film
Fantasy film
Fantasy films are films with fantastic themes, usually involving magic, supernatural events, make-believe creatures, or exotic fantasy worlds. The genre is considered to be distinct from science fiction film and horror film, although the genres do overlap...
written and directed by A. D. Calvo.
Plot
Ten years after a tragic train accident killed his girlfriend, Josh finds himself haunted by disturbing visions from somewhere between the world of the living and the dead—haunting memories that keep him from moving on. His buddy, back in town for their high school reunion, tries to wake Josh from his painful past, but a mysterious young waitress offers a seductive alternative.Cast
- Brendan FehrBrendan FehrBrendan Jacob Joel Fehr is a Canadian actor. He portrayed Michael Guerin on the WB television series Roswell and Laboratory Tech Dan Cooper in CSI: Miami.-Early life:...
as Josh Stevens - Chad LindbergChad LindbergChad Tyler Lindberg is an American actor. He is best known for his film role as Jesse in The Fast and the Furious and for a rape scene in the 2010 remake I Spit On Your Grave.-Life and career:...
as Rusty Miller - Tania RaymondeTania RaymondeTania Raymonde is an American actress. Raymonde's first prominent casting role was the recurring character of Cynthia Sanders in TV series Malcolm in the Middle between 2000–2003, followed by a popular role as Alex Rousseau in ABC's Lost from 2006 to 2010.She can currently be seen as UTF officer...
as Emily "Amelia" Meyers....
- Beatrice RosenBeatrice RosenBeatrice Rosen is a French actress. She is also credited as Béatrice Rosen and Béatrice Rosenblatt.- Personal life :...
as Marcy - Natassia MaltheNatassia MaltheNatassia Malthe is a Norwegian model and actress.-Biography:Natassia is the younger of two daughters. She was born in Oslo, Norway. She is half Filipino. She is usually credited by her birth name however is sometime credited as 'Lina Teal'...
as Lucinda - Stephnie WeirStephnie WeirStephnie Carmel Weir is an American actress and comedian, best known for her membership in the recurring cast on MADtv.-Early life:...
as Ann - Sam RobardsSam RobardsSam Prideaux Robards is an American actor.-Life and career:Robards was born in New York City, the son of actors Jason Robards and Lauren Bacall. He began his acting career in 1980 in an off-Broadway production of Album, and made his feature film debut in director Paul Mazursky's 1982 film Tempest....
as David - Shirley KnightShirley KnightShirley Enola Knight is an American stage, film and television actress. She has been nominated twice for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, in 1960 for The Dark at the Top of the Stairs and in 1962 for Sweet Bird of Youth....
as Helen
Effects
The Other Side of the Tracks showcases special make-up effects by Academy Award-winning make-up effects artist Arjen Tuiten (Pan's LabyrinthPan's Labyrinth
Pan's Labyrinth is a 2006 Spanish Spanish-language dark fantasy film, written and directed by Mexican film-maker Guillermo del Toro. It was produced and distributed by the Mexican film company Esperanto Films...
). Arjen spent nearly four hours applying latex foam prosthetics to transform Tania Raymonde
Tania Raymonde
Tania Raymonde is an American actress. Raymonde's first prominent casting role was the recurring character of Cynthia Sanders in TV series Malcolm in the Middle between 2000–2003, followed by a popular role as Alex Rousseau in ABC's Lost from 2006 to 2010.She can currently be seen as UTF officer...
into Amelia's ghost.
Setting
The film was shot and is set in Wallingford, ConnecticutWallingford, Connecticut
Wallingford is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 43,026 at the 2000 census.- History :Wallingford was established on October 10, 1667, when the Connecticut General Assembly authorized the "making of a village on the east river" to 38 planters and freemen...
, in 2008, with a brief flashback to 1998. The film features many scenes with trains, railroad tracks, and a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet Camaro
The Chevrolet Camaro is an automobile manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand, classified as a pony car and some versions also as a muscle car. It went on sale on September 29, 1966, for the 1967 model year and was designed as a competing model to the Ford Mustang...
—referred to as the Blue Heaven. Locations also include an abandoned farmhouse and a small pizza restaurant housed in an authentic decommissioned subway car.
Release
The Other Side of the Tracks premiered on Showtime on December 2, 2010. MTI Home VideoMTI Home Video
MTI Home Video is a United States-based movie distributor in the direct-to-video market. Typically, they will buy the distribution rights to independent films that did not see a theatrical run in the U.S., and be released directly to DVD....
released the Region 1 DVD on December 28, 2010 under the title, The Haunting of Amelia.
Critical reception
The Other Side of the Tracks maintains an audience rating of 4.8/10 on IMDbInternet Movie Database
Internet Movie Database is an online database of information related to movies, television shows, actors, production crew personnel, video games and fictional characters featured in visual entertainment media. It is one of the most popular online entertainment destinations, with over 100 million...
, and 59% at Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes is a website devoted to reviews, information, and news of films—widely known as a film review aggregator. Its name derives from the cliché of audiences throwing tomatoes and other vegetables at a poor stage performance...
.
Awards
- Best Feature Film - SENE Film Festival 2009
- Audience Choice Feature - Kent Film Festival 2008
- Best Cinematography - Connecticut Film Festival 2008
- Best Soundtrack - Connecticut Film Festival 2008
Soundtrack
The Other Side of the Tracks features a variety of indie music including bands/artists like: This World FairThis World Fair
This World Fair was a rock act based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The line-up included the singer-songwriter Chris Kalgren , along with a touring band consisting of Alexander Young and Matt Lennander . This World Fair internationally released their first full-length album, self-titled This...
, The Alternate Routes
The Alternate Routes
The Alternate Routes are an American rock band out of Bridgeport, Connecticut formed by Tim Warren and Eric Donnelly in 2002 while studying at Fairfield University....
, Brightwood, Camera Can't Lie
Camera Can't Lie
Camera Can't Lie is an American rock band based out of Minneapolis. They were discovered and are currently managed by the Grammy Award-winning record producer, Stephen Short. The band is constantly on tour and have so far released a debut full-length album, Love the Noise, along with a...
, Volker Hinkel
Volker Hinkel
Volker Hinkel is a German guitarist and pianist.Before 1991, when he founded Fool's Garden with Peter Freudenthaler, he played in Central Heads, Passion and Magazine. He's moreover a big admirer of The Beatles and Oasis. During 1993 Volker also released his first solo project...
, and John Ralston
John Ralston (musician)
John Ralston is an American acoustic/electric guitarist singer and songwriter. He is originally from Lake Worth, Florida, and is a member of the band Legends Of Rodeo , which is currently on an indefinite hiatus. He has released two full length albums, two EPs, and just released his third solo...
.
The film features a previously unreleased version of Plastic Soul by This World Fair
This World Fair
This World Fair was a rock act based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The line-up included the singer-songwriter Chris Kalgren , along with a touring band consisting of Alexander Young and Matt Lennander . This World Fair internationally released their first full-length album, self-titled This...
—best known for their hit Don't Make Me Wait from the Disturbia
Disturbia (film)
Disturbia is a 2007 American thriller film directed by D. J. Caruso and executive produced by Ivan Reitman. It is an updated version of Alfred Hitchcock's classic film Rear Window...
soundtrack. The film also features Gone, Gone, Gone, a song by John Ralston
John Ralston (musician)
John Ralston is an American acoustic/electric guitarist singer and songwriter. He is originally from Lake Worth, Florida, and is a member of the band Legends Of Rodeo , which is currently on an indefinite hiatus. He has released two full length albums, two EPs, and just released his third solo...
—a BMI “top pick” and opening act for Dashboard Confessional
Dashboard Confessional
Dashboard Confessional is an American rock band from Boca Raton, Florida, led by singer-songwriter Chris Carrabba. The name of the band is derived from the song "The Sharp Hint of New Tears" from the debut album The Swiss Army Romance....
.