EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of next month’s American Film Market, Alliance Media Partners (AMP) has signed up survival horror The Hatchery as worldwide sales agent.
Currently in early pre-production, the ocean-set film has Terrifier star Jenna Kanell attached in the lead role.
The synopsis reads: “Eight women awaken in darkness inside a cargo container with no memory of how they got there. Captives of a human trafficking ring, their fight for survival turns even more desperate when a violent storm hurls their container into the ocean. Stranded at sea, they band together against the odds — until one of them begins to change. Her wounds heal unnaturally fast, her strength grows monstrous, and the others realize the truth: she’s not just a victim, but the product of a horrifying experiment. Trapped with a predator, survival takes on a whole new meaning.”
Howard J Ford (The Dead) will direct the all female cast. Additional casting is underway. Producer is Mark Andrews of Skinny Dipped Films (The Fallout) while screenplay comes from Tim Pickett (Tormented).
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Howard and the team to bring The Hatchery to AFM,” said Anthony Buckner, AMP’s Head of Sales, Acquisitions, and Distribution. “This is a high-concept horror which shines a light on sensitive issues in a way that global audiences can easily relate to. We’re excited to be able to share it with international buyers in Los Angeles.”
Howard J Ford commented: “This project is going to be raw and terrifying – I want audiences to feel trapped in that container with these women as the tension builds and then explodes. Our team will deliver a film that shocks, thrills and stands out. Strap in – it’s going to be a wild ride!”
Kanell, who also works as a stunt performer, played one of the leads in 2016 slasher film Terrifier, which has gone on to become one of the biggest breakout horror franchises of recent years. Other credits include Renfield and Bad Boys: Ride Or Die.
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