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Horror Flick 'Hallowarrior' Haunts Tribeca Fest
29 Apr
Summary
- The film is set on Halloween and features Milly Shapiro as the last survivor.
- 'Hallowarrior' will premiere at Tribeca Festival on June 10.
- Shudder acquired North American, UK, Irish, Australian, and NZ rights.
The post-apocalyptic thriller 'Hallowarrior,' marking Ben Sottak's feature directorial debut, has secured distribution with Shudder. The film, set on Halloween, stars Milly Shapiro as Pumpkin, the sole survivor of a devastating plague. As she scavenges for supplies, her solitude is shattered by a violent gang led by Thalia, portrayed by Shannyn Sossamon.
'Hallowarrior' will make its debut at the Tribeca Festival on June 10, with a wider release planned for Shudder in the fall. The acquisition by Shudder covers North America, the U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The film promises a blend of scares, atmosphere, and gore, appealing directly to horror enthusiasts.
Director Ben Sottak expressed his excitement about the film's home, describing 'Hallowarrior' as a tribute to horror and Halloween. The distribution deal was negotiated by Adam Koehler for Shudder and Isadora Johnson for Cinetic on behalf of the filmmakers. The production boasts a cast including Ajani Russell and AJ Bowen.
