Blumhouse Productions has released a new featurette titled “A Look Inside” for the upcoming psychological thriller Speak No Evil. This exclusive behind-the-scenes video delves into the unsettling world of the film, which is set to hit theaters on September 13 from Universal Pictures.
A Psychological Nightmare Unfolds
Speak No Evil tells the harrowing story of an American family who, after befriending a seemingly charming British couple during a vacation, are invited to spend a weekend at their idyllic country estate. What starts as a dream getaway quickly turns into a terrifying psychological nightmare, as the facade of hospitality begins to crumble, revealing something far more sinister beneath the surface.
The featurette provides a deeper understanding of the film’s central themes, showcasing the tension and suspense that builds as the characters navigate the increasingly twisted dynamics between the two families.
From the Minds Behind Eden Lake and The Woman in Black
Written for the screen and directed by James Watkins, known for his work on Eden Lake and The Woman in Black, Speak No Evil is based on the screenplay of the 2022 Danish horror sensation Gæsterne (Speak No Evil), penned by Christian Tafdrup and Mads Tafdrup. The original film was a critical success, earning 11 Danish Film Awards nominations, cementing its place as a modern horror classic.
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Produced by Blumhouse’s Jason Blum, the mastermind behind The Black Phone, Get Out, and The Invisible Man, Speak No Evil promises to deliver a suspense-filled experience that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
The Stars of the Show
The film stars BAFTA award-winner James McAvoy (Split, Glass) as Paddy, the charismatic and unnervingly dominant estate owner whose dark secrets threaten to consume everyone around him. McAvoy’s portrayal is already generating buzz for its intensity and nuance.
Joining him are Mackenzie Davis (Terminator: Dark Fate, Halt and Catch Fire) and SAG award-winner Scoot McNairy (Argo, A Quiet Place Part II), who play the American couple, Louise and Ben Dalton. Their performances, along with those of Aisling Franciosi (Game of Thrones, The Fall) and newcomer Alix West Lefler, add depth and authenticity to the chilling narrative.
Get Ready to Be Terrified
With a cast of seasoned actors and a director known for crafting intense, atmospheric thrillers, Speak No Evil is shaping up to be a must-see film for fans of the genre. The newly released featurette gives just a taste of the fear and tension that will unfold when the film hits theaters on September 13.
Get your tickets now to see Speak No Evil and prepare for a weekend getaway like no other—one that you may never forget.
About Speak No Evil
Release Date: September 13, 2024
Written for the Screen and Directed by: James Watkins
Based on the screenplay by: Christian Tafdrup and Mads Tafdrup
Producers: Jason Blum, Paul Ritchie
Executive Producers: Beatriz Sequeira, Jacob Jarek, Christian Tafdrup
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Cast: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough and Scoot McNairy
Logline
When an American family is invited to spend the weekend at the idyllic country estate of a charming British family they befriended on vacation, what begins as a dream holiday soon warps into a snarled psychological nightmare.
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