The supernatural horror genre is set to welcome a new addition with the upcoming release of Witchboard, a remake of the 1986 film of the same name. Directed by Chuck Russell and co-written by Russell and Greg McKay, the film promises to deliver a chilling narrative that will captivate audiences worldwide.
The Witchboard Official Trailer
Set in the French Quarter of New Orleans, the film follows Emily, her fiancé Christian, and their friends who have recently opened an organic café in a renovated old carriage house. The plot takes a dark turn when Emily discovers an ancient pendulum board used for summoning spirits.
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Concerned for Emily’s safety, Christian enlists the help of Alexander Babtiste, who possesses knowledge of the bloodlines connecting them to the witchboard. As the story unfolds, viewers will be drawn into a world of modern covens, masked balls, and the legacy of Naga Soth, the Queen of Witches. The stakes are high as Emily’s soul hangs in the balance.
Witchboard Production: A Journey of Collaboration
The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Jamie Campbell Bower, Madison Iseman, Aaron Dominguez, Antonia Desplat, and Charlie Tahan. Jamie Campbell Bower, known for his roles in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, will be playing the role of Alexander Babtiste, an occult expert. Madison Iseman, recognized for her role in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, will be portraying Emily, the protagonist who stumbles upon an ancient pendulum board. Aaron Dominguez, Antonia Desplat, and Charlie Tahan will also be bringing their unique talents to the film, further enhancing its appeal.
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The journey to bring Witchboard to the big screen began in 2017 when Chuck Russell and Greg McKay started working on the script. In May 2019, it was announced that Russell would direct the film, with Grimmfest, Minds Eye Entertainment, Falconer Pictures, and M2 Media Post as production partners. However, in March 2023, pre-production resumed with A-Nation Media replacing the previous production studios. Principal photography took place in Montreal from April to June 2023, with some scenes shot at Morgan Arboretum in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue.
Witchboard is scheduled for release by Gala Films in 2024. While the exact date remains undisclosed, the anticipation is already building among horror film enthusiasts. The film’s unique blend of supernatural elements, compelling plot, and talented cast is sure to make it a standout entry in the horror genre.
Stay tuned for more updates on Witchboard as we eagerly await its release.
About Witchboard
Release Date: 2024
Directed by: Chuck Russell
Written by: Chuck Russell, Greg McKay
Based on Characters by: Kevin Tenney
Produced by: Chuck Russell, Greg Mckay, Kade Vu, Bernie Gewissler
Cast: Jamie Campbell Bower, Madison Iseman, Aaron Dominguez, Antonia Desplat, Charlie Tahan
Production Company: A-Nation Media
Distributed by: Gala Films
Synopsis
“Witchboard” is an upcoming supernatural horror film set in the atmospheric French Quarter of New Orleans. The story revolves around Emily, her fiancé Christian, and their friends who have recently opened an organic café in a renovated carriage house. Their lives take a sinister turn when Emily discovers an ancient pendulum board used for summoning spirits.
As Emily’s well-being becomes increasingly threatened, Christian seeks the assistance of occult expert Alexander Babtiste. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter a modern coven of White Witches, a masked ball at Babtiste’s mansion, and the legacy of Naga Soth, the Queen of Witches. This dangerous game puts Emily’s soul in peril, setting the stage for a chilling supernatural showdown. Directed by Chuck Russell, “Witchboard” is a remake of the 1986 film and is set for release in 2024.
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Source: Gala Film
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