---
title: "As Above, So Below"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/as-above-so-below-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 256274
imdb_id: "tt2870612"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 3903
content_rating: "R"
---

# As Above, So Below (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/as-above-so-below-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "As Above, So Below" takes place in Paris, where a team of explorers embark on an expedition into the city's underground catacombs. The team's journey leads them to discover a hidden aspect of Paris, specifically the city's catacombs. The explorers' venture into the catacombs reveals a dark secret that exists within the city. The film's setting is Paris, with the story unfolding in the city's underground catacombs. The explorers' actions and discoveries in the catacombs are the central focus of the film. The city of Paris is portrayed as a place with a hidden, darker side, which is uncovered by the team's exploration of the catacombs. The film's narrative is driven by the team's journey and the secrets they uncover in the Parisian catacombs.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Explorers venture into the catacombs beneath Paris and uncover a dark secret."

### Why Watch
- Uses a found-footage approach
- Set in the Paris catacombs

### Caveats & Content Note
- Sacrifices traditional cinematic scope
- Tone & Suitability: Contains intense horror themes suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, thriller, dark, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Erick Dowdle
- **Networks / Studios**: Brothers Dowdle Productions, Legendary Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Perdita Weeks** as *Scarlett*
- **Ben Feldman** as *George*
- **Edwin Hodge** as *Benji*
- **François Civil** as *Papillon*
- **Marion Lambert** as *Souxie*
- **Ali Marhyar** as *Zed*
- **Cosme Castro** as *La Taupe*
- **Hamid Djavadan** as *Reza*
- **Théo Cholbi** as *Gloomy Teenager*
- **Emy Lévy** as *Tour Guide*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 2014.

### Q: What genre is the film?
It is a horror and thriller film.

### Q: Where is the film set?
It is set in the catacombs beneath the streets of Paris.

### Q: What style does the film use?
It uses a found-footage approach.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
A team of explorers and treasure hunters enter the catacombs.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*