“A History of Violence” is a movie shown in 2005. The film tells the story of an ordinary man who becomes a town hero after performing a violent act, causing deep effects on his family. The movie stars Viggo Mortensen as Tom Stall, Maria Bello as Edie Stall, and Ed Harris as Carl Fogarty, among others.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was shot in various locations in Ontario, Canada, which includes Millbrook, King City, Stoopy’s Tavern in Toronto, Rockwood Conservation Area, and Toronto Film Studios. The filming took place from August 2 to November 14 in 2004.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Viggo Mortensen | Tom Stall |
| Maria Bello | Edie Stall |
| Ed Harris | Carl Fogarty |
| William Hurt | Richie Cusack |
| Ashton Holmes | Jack Stall |
| Peter MacNeill | Sheriff Sam Carney |
| Stephen McHattie | Leland |
| Greg Bryk | Billy |
| Kyle Schmid | Bobby Singer |
| Sumela Kay | Judy Danvers |
| Gerry Quigley | Mick |
| Deborah Drakeford | Charlotte |
| Heidi Hayes | Sarah Stall |
| Aidan Devine | Charlie Roarke |
| Bill MacDonald | Frank Mulligan |
| Michelle McCree | Jenny Wyeth |
| Ian Matthews | Ruben |
| R.D. Reid | Pat |
| Morgan Kelly | Bobby’s Buddy |
| Martha Reilly | Shoe Saleswoman |
| Jason Barbeck | Richie’s Thug |
| Bruce Beaton | Richie’s Thug |
| Neven Pajkic | Richie’s Thug |
| Brendan Connor | Local TV Reporter |
| Nick Antonacci | Local TV Reporter |
| John Watson | Baseball Coach |
| Don Allison | TV Broadcaster |
| Brittany Payer | Motel Girl |
| Mitch Boughs | Kid in Diner |
| April Mullen | Kid in Diner |
| George King | Hospital Well-Wisher |
| Shawn Campbell | Orderly |
| Stephen Arbuckle | Jared (uncredited) |
| Connor Price | Kid (uncredited) |
| Jacob Rolfe | Guy in Bar (uncredited) |
| Evan Rose | ‘Hulk’ Boy (uncredited) |
| Michael Stevens | Guy on the Street (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was directed by David Cronenberg.
- The screenplay was written by John Wagner, Vince Locke, and Josh Olson.
- It has a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
- It was nominated for two Oscars and has won 37 awards and received 82 nominations.
- Other notable actors in the movie include William Hurt as Richie Cusack, Ashton Holmes as Jack Stall, Peter MacNeill as Sheriff Sam Carney, and Stephen McHattie as Leland.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 44.15055
- Longitude: -78.44886770000001
- Place ID: ChIJA5h4U6CX1YkRUuZqk8NeqOU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Millbrook, ON L0A, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: King City, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.9286902
- Longitude: -79.5281431
- Place ID: ChIJE7I5us3XKogRI-X6E_K9_bk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: King City, ON, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Stoopy’s Tavern, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.6488576
- Longitude: -79.3781453
- Place ID: ChIJ2XAbBNvL1IkRUsa7j6rGnPA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: One King Street West, 1 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1A1, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Rockwood Conservation Area, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.612931
- Longitude: -80.147753
- Place ID: ChIJKZ03xYueK4gRYCQrJgR4dMA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Rockwood Conservation Area, 161 Fall St S, Guelph/Eramosa, ON N0B 2K0, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Toronto Film Studios, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.653226
- Longitude: -79.3831843
- Place ID: ChIJpTvG15DL1IkRd8S0KlBVNTI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Toronto, ON, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
