Pay attention horror heads, there’s a new ghostly spirit gearing up to take over the big screens this summer! The first eerie feel of horror has been felt with the release of The Exorcism‘s spine-tingling trailer. This haunted horror film, starring legendary actor Russell Crowe, promises to be a terrifying trip into the unknown. With the brief but bone-chilling teaser, dread unfolds, hinting at a story in which family problems collide with the paranormal.
Unveiling The Exorcism
The Exorcism, set to release in theaters this coming June, invites audiences into the disturbed world of Anthony Miller (Russell Crowe). Miller, a tormented actor, finds himself on the verge of a psychiatric breakdown while filming a supernatural horror movie. His daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), becomes his anchor amongst the creeping craziness, trusted with separating reality from her father’s growing gloom. In an art-imitates-life revelation, the borders between actor and acted-upon are blur.
The Director’s Vision
Behind the blanket of creepy fears lives Joshua John Miller, who is more at ease creating eerie movies than watching them. Miller, well known for his work on the screenplay for the massive success of The Final Girls in 2015, pens another horror film, this time as director. Under Miller’s direction, a new narrative arc packed with dark discoveries appears to be taking shape. Assisted by M.A. Fortin, the dynamic duo creates a story that not only plays on our most fundamental fears, but also builds on the best of the horrorscape genre.
The Creepy Cast
Russell Crowe, a name that brings both terror and talent, is at the core of this eerie ensemble. Crowe is no stranger to dark, psychological parts, and his portrayal in The Exorcism threatens to linger long after the curtain closes. Alongside him stands a collection of celebrated actors, including Sam Worthington (famous for his work in Avatar), Chloë Bailey (a rising star from Swarm), Adam Goldberg (of Fargo Fame), and David Hyde Pierce (forever imprinted in our memories from Fraiser). The team of talent builds anticipation, promising to bring their characters to life with such sincerity that viewers will be pulled into their personal stories as much as the horrors that surround them.
The Producer’s Fear-print
No horror film would be complete without the guidance of a producer who knows how to provoke fear. Kevin Williamson, celebrated for writing the horror classic Scream, aligns himself with this project’s darkness as a producer. Williamson’s skilled touch with thrillers adds a layer of certainty to The Exorcism‘s potential for sending shivers down audience’s spines.
This producer’s resume, packed with the unknown and set in the supernatural, shows confidence not only in a good scare, but also in a story spun with haunting elements of psychological pleasure. His impact raises the stakes, implying a level of cinematic horror capable of rivaling even the most memorable demons in the genre.
With that being said, June 7th, 2024 marks the dark day when The Exorcism brings viewers into their realm throughout theaters. This date will excite the curious, call on the seasoned and will take the newcomers on a trip of terror. Released under the banner of Vertical, the forthcoming film is ready to redefine the modern horror storyline. Stay locked here for any and all updates surrounding The Exorcism.