Black River
"Remote. Controlled."
Originally released in 2001. Black River is a science fiction/thriller film. directed by Jeff Bleckner. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jay Mohr, Lisa Edelstein, and Ann Cusack
Synopsis
Burned-out Hollywood screenwriter Bo Aikens is fed up with life in Los Angeles. He heads out of the hustle and bustle of the big city and arrives in picturesque Black River in Northern California, seeking relaxation and artistic inspiration. In small, idyllic Black River, nearly everyone is happy, contented, and welcoming of strangers. But despite the beautiful setting, Bo begins to feel unsettled after several disturbing incidents. He discovers that all of his money has been transferred to a bank account in Black River, and a house has been purchased for him by someone on "his" instructions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 6, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (29 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jay Mohr
as Boyd 'Bo' Aikens
Lisa Edelstein
as Laura Crosby
Ann Cusack
as Mandy Pruell
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Mayor Tom Thompson
Frank C. Turner
as Farmer
Benita Ha
as Charts' Assistant
Linsea O'Shea
as Pretty Bar Patron
Jenn Griffin
as Bartender
Jenny Mitchell
as Heather
Diana Stevan
as Mayor's Secretary
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox Television
- Patchett Kaufman Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River about?
Burned-out Hollywood screenwriter Bo Aikens is fed up with life in Los Angeles. He heads out of the hustle and bustle of the big city and arrives in picturesque Black River in Northern California, ...
Who directed Black River?
Black River was directed by Jeff Bleckner.
How long is Black River?
Black River has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Black River released?
Black River was released on July 6, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black River?
The main cast of Black River includes Jay Mohr, Lisa Edelstein, Ann Cusack, Stephen Tobolowsky, Frank C. Turner.