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Clarke Stars in New Psychological Horror 'When Darkness Loves Us'
22 Apr
Summary
- Cornerstone acquired international sales rights to 'When Darkness Loves Us'.
- Emilia Clarke stars as a woman who survived 15 years underground.
- The film is based on a cult 1980s novella and targets a 2027 US release.
Cornerstone has acquired the international sales rights, excluding New Zealand and Australia, for James Ashcroft's horror feature 'When Darkness Loves Us.' The company will present the film to potential buyers at the upcoming Cannes Film Market.
Principal photography for the film, which stars Emilia Clarke, Marlon Williams, Victoria Pedretti, and Natascha McElhone, recently wrapped in New Zealand. The producers are aiming for a U.S. release in 2027.
The film, based on Elizabeth Engstrom's cult 1980s novella, is described as a psychologically charged horror story. It centers on a young woman, portrayed by Clarke, who reclaims her family after enduring 15 years imprisoned in an underground cave system.
