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Project Legion (2022): Cast & Ratings

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Project Legion is a 2022 horror thriller directed by Lance Kawas, starring Kelly Lynn Reiter as Karen, Donald Cerrone and Brande Roderick. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes. Its Echo Score is 27/100.

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Project Legion (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Lance Kawas
Genres
Horror , Sci-Fi , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Project Legion About?

The premise of Project Legion without spoilers.

Awakening to a terrifying apocalyptic scene, a former marine finds himself trapped in his apartment. He must barricade himself against horrific creatures that have overrun the city and are relentlessly attacking his door. Facing an unimaginable threat, he fights to survive the night and uncover the cause of the widespread destruction.

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Cast & crew

Project Legion Cast & Characters

Kelly Lynn Reiter leads the cast as Karen, with Donald Cerrone as Greg and Brande Roderick as Cindy. Directed by Lance Kawas; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Lance Kawas

More films directed by Lance Kawas: Good Thief, Jumanji: Level One, Golden Shoes and Restitution.

Full filmography
Ratings

Project Legion Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 27/100, strongest in rewatch factor (40) and weakest in art & craft (22).

27 /100

Project Legion Echo Score Breakdown

Project Legion is overwhelmingly regarded as a poorly executed film, with most reviewers condemning its technical and narrative deficiencies. While a few critics note occasional moments of visual flair or modest entertainment when viewed in a light‑hearted mood, the consensus emphasizes shoddy direction, ineffective acting, and a disjointed story that undermine any potential appeal. Consequently, the movie offers limited value to most audiences and scores low across all evaluation criteria.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 22

    The film's direction and production design are widely considered substandard. Reviewers describe the editing as erratic, the cinematography as resembling iPhone footage, and lighting as inconsistent. One positive comment notes occasional effective shadows and lighting, but this is isolated. Overall, the technical craftsmanship fails to meet basic standards, resulting in a weak visual presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    Acting performance is predominantly criticized as wooden and unconvincing. Multiple reviewers highlight the lead's lack of screen presence and poor chemistry with co‑stars. A minority of comments praise the lead's effort and note decent chemistry in specific scenes. In summary, character work is largely ineffective, with only scant glimpses of competence.

  • Story & Flow 25

    The narrative is described as incoherent and nonsensical by most critics, citing disjointed scenes and an incomprehensible plot. Some reviewers point out a lack of logical pacing and confusing character motivations. One reviewer applauds the premise's originality, but this view is outweighed by widespread criticism. Consequently, the story fails to engage or satisfy.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    Sound design and visual style receive predominantly negative feedback, with mentions of cheap effects, poor lighting, and distracting audio glitches. Critics note that the sensory experience detracts from immersion. A single review commends effective use of shadows and sound to build atmosphere. Overall, the sensory components are inconsistent and largely detract from the film.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    Replay value is generally low, as many viewers report turning the film off early and feeling no desire to revisit it. Several critics describe feelings of depression or regret after watching. A few note that the movie can be mildly entertaining in a half‑asleep, novelty context. Ultimately, the film offers limited incentive for a second viewing.

Videos

Project Legion Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Project Legion.

Project Legion | Official Trailer | Horror Brains
Details

Project Legion Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Apartment 213” and “抵挡计划”.

Also known as
  • Apartment 213
  • 抵挡计划
  • 军团计划
  • 丧尸抵挡计划
  • Projekt Legion
  • 프로젝트 리전
  • Legión de honor
  • פרויקט ליגיון
  • Проект «Легіон»
  • Проект «Легион»
  • 獵殺213號
  • Projeto Legião

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FAQ

Project Legion FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Project Legion, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Project Legion?

Project Legion runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Project Legion released?

Project Legion was released on October 7, 2022.

Who directed Project Legion?

Project Legion was directed by Lance Kawas.

More films by Lance Kawas

Who is in the cast of Project Legion?

Project Legion stars Kelly Lynn Reiter as Karen, Donald Cerrone as Greg and Brande Roderick as Cindy, among 4 credited actors.

Does Project Legion have a post-credit scene?

No. Project Legion has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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