Palm Springs Film Festival kicked off our new year of festivals and we’re so excited to see horror making a bigger appearance on slates this year so far!
by Mo Moshaty
A Different Man – Written and Directed by Aaron Schimberg
Produced by A24
Aspiring actor Edward undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance. But his new dream face quickly turns into a nightmare, as he loses out on the role he was born to play and becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was lost.
Starring: Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, Adam Pearson
Winner: Directors to Watch (Palm Springs Film Festival)
Handling the Undead – Written by Thea Hvistendahl and (Novel by) John Ajvide Lindqvist, Directed by Thea Hvistendahl
Produced by Einar Film
Starring: Renate Reinsve, Bjorn Sundquist, Bente Borsum
I Saw the TV Glow – Written and Directed by Jane Schoenbrun
Produced by A24
Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.
Starring: Justice Smith, Brigette Lundy-Paine, Ian Foreman
In A Violent Nature – Written and Directed by Chris Nash
Produced by Shudder
The enigmatic resurrection, rampage, and retribution of an undead monster in a remote wilderness.
Starring: Ry Barrett, Andrea Pavlovic, Cameron Love
Krazy House – Written and Directed by Steffen Haars and Flip Van der Kuil
Produced by Kaap Holland Film
Set in the 1990s, Krazy House follows religious homemaker Bernie and his sitcom family. When Russian workers in Bernie’s house turn out to be wanted criminals, Bernie has to man up and save his imprisoned family, while slowly going crazy.
Starring: Nick Frost, Alicia Silverstone, Kevin Connolly
Love Lies Bleeding – Written and Directed by Rose Glass and Weronika Tofilska
Produced by A24
Reclusive gym manager Lou falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder headed through town to Las Vegas in pursuit of her dream. But their love ignites violence, pulling them deep into the web of Lou’s criminal family.
Starring: Kristen Stewart, Katy O’Brien, Ed Harris
The Moogai– Written and Directed by Jon Bell
Produced by Anahat Films
A young Aboriginal couple brings home their second baby. What should be a joyous time takes a sinister turn, as the baby’s mother starts seeing a malevolent spirit she is convinced is trying to take her baby.
Starring: Shari Sebbins, Meyne Wyatt, Tessa Rose, Bella Heathcote
Your Monster – Written and Directed by Caroline Lindy
Produced by Bombo Sports and Entertainment
After her life falls apart, soft-spoken actress Laura Franco finds her voice again when she meets a terrifying, yet weirdly charming Monster living in her closet.
Starring: Melissa Barrera, Tommy Dewey, Meghann Fahy
Presence – Written by David Knopp and Directed by Stephen Soderbergh
Produced by Extension 765
A family moves into a suburban house and becomes convinced they’re not alone.
Starring: Lucy Liu, Chris Sullivan, Callina Liang
It’s What’s Inside – Written and Directed by Greg Jardin
Produced by Such Content
A pre-wedding party descends into an existential nightmare when an estranged friend shows up with a mysterious suitcase.
Starring: Brittany O’Grady, James Morosini, Alycia Debnam-Carey
Tune in post-Sundance to catch Melody’s film reviews – Watch this space!
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