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Actress Endures Extreme Eating for New Horror Film
24 Jan
Summary
- Actress Midori Francis committed to eating real food on camera.
- The film explores addiction and eating disorders through supernatural horror.
- Francis related to the themes due to personal family experiences.
The horror film "Saccharine" premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, featuring actress Midori Francis in a physically demanding role. Francis committed to consuming real food on camera for the film, which delves into addiction and eating disorders through a supernatural narrative.
Francis emphasized the importance of authentic on-screen eating, noting that faking the consumption of food would undermine the film's message. She and director Natalie Erika James collaborated to ensure the eating sequences were realistic and impactful, treating them akin to stunt work due to the physical strain involved.
The actress shared a personal connection to the film's themes, stating that addiction and eating disorders are deeply personal to her and her family. The script's portrayal of compulsive behavior resonated strongly with her own experiences, making the challenging role worthwhile.
"Saccharine" is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2026, distributed by Shudder. The film's premiere at Sundance highlighted its daring approach to sensitive subjects.
