A social thriller starring Julia Garner (Ozark) and Jessica Henwick (The Matrix Resurrections), The Royal Hotel is set to be released in theaters on October 6th. The film follows two best friends backpacking in Australia who take a temporary live-in job behind the bar of a remote Outback mining town. However, things take a turn for the worse when the locals’ jokes and behavior cross the line, and Hanna and Liv find themselves trapped in an unnerving situation.

The film is directed by Kitty Green, who previously worked with Garner on the 2019 drama The Assistant. The Royal Hotel also stars Hugo Weaving (The Matrix), Toby Wallace (Babyteeth), Ursula Yovich (Mystery Road), Daniel Henshall (The Snowtown Murders), James Frecheville (Animal Kingdom), and Herbert Nordrum (The Worst Person in the World).

The film’s producer, Emile Sherman, said, “The Royal Hotel is a powerful and timely film that explores the dark side of Australian culture. We are excited to bring this film to audiences around the world.”

The trailer for The Royal Hotel has been released online, and it gives a glimpse of the film’s suspenseful and disturbing story. The trailer shows Hanna and Liv being subjected to the locals’ unwanted attention, and it hints at the violence and danger that they will face.

The Royal Hotel is sure to be a disturbing and thought-provoking film that will stay with audiences long after they have seen it. The film’s strong cast and talented director make it a must-see for fans of social thrillers.