Deadly Cargo
A diving expedition hides on a traffickers' hulk after a shipwreck.
Deadly Cargo, also known as Dark Chamber (Cámara oscura), is a 2003 Spanish psychological horror thriller directed by Pau Freixas, who co-wrote the script with Héctor Claramunt. The cast includes Silke and Unax Ugalde. The story centers on a group from an underwater diving expedition, such as freelance photographer Sara and instructor Iván, who take refuge on a derelict ship used for human trafficking after their own vessel sinks off the West African coast. Produced by Iris Star, Manga Films, and Estudios Picasso, with participation from Telecinco and TVC, the film had a budget of €3.5 million. Shooting took place in Vilanova i la Geltrú. It premiered out of competition as the opening film of the 36th Sitges Film Festival on 27 November 2003, and Manga Films gave it a theatrical release in Spain on 27 August 2004.
Quick Facts
- Director
- Pau Freixas
- Producer
- Joan Bosch
- Screenplay
- Pau Freixas, Héctor Claramunt
- Starring
- Silke, Unax Ugalde
- Cinematography
- Julián Elizalde
- Editing
- Jaume Martí
- Studio
- Iris Star
- Manga Films
- Estudios Picasso
- Distributor
- Manga Films
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Did You Know?
- Jonathan Holland of Variety called it 'far the best of a recent crop of Spanish teen thrillers.'
- Alberto Bermejo of El Mundo gave it 2 out of 5 stars, praising the 'steady pace' but criticizing the script's lack of depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Deadly Cargo?
The music for Deadly Cargo was composed by Manel Gil and Rudy Gnutti.
Who distributed Deadly Cargo?
Deadly Cargo was distributed by Manga Films.
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