Question 1

What inspired the director to create this trapped-in-a-pool horror film?

Accepted Answer

Director Matt Eskandari said the film stemmed from his own fear of pools and oceans, which trigger a sense of dread for him.

Question 2

What is the name of the public pool where the sisters are trapped, and what's its mythological connection?

Accepted Answer

The pool is called the Ketea Aquatic Center, named after sea monsters in Greek mythology that were slain by Perseus and Herakles.

Question 3

How was the character Jonna's name chosen as an homage?

Accepted Answer

Jonna is named as an homage to Jonah from the Old Testament, a character who was trapped in the belly of a whale.

Question 4

What production challenge did the filmmakers face with this movie?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot in only 14 days across multiple locations.

Question 5

What is the basic premise of 12 Feet Deep?

Accepted Answer

Two sisters are trapped under the fiberglass cover of an Olympic-sized public pool and must brave the cold and each other to survive the night.

12 Feet Deep

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