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Sundance Film Festival 2024 Unveils First Look Images of Newly Announced Horror Movies!
The Sundance Film Festival has unveiled its selection of independent films for the upcoming 2024 festival, scheduled to run from January 18–28 in person at Park City, Salt Lake City, and the Sundance Resort. Additionally, some films will be available online from January 25–28, 2024. Tickets can be purchased on Sundance’s website starting January 11, with packages and passes currently available.
Among the highlights in the festival’s programming are movies like Love Lies Bleeding featuring Kristen Stewart, Steven Soderbergh’s Presence, and the intriguing Sasquatch Sunset.
The Midnight category promises a blend of horror, comedy, and unconventional genres, presenting gripping narratives and unexpected twists. The lineup includes:
“I Saw the TV Glow” by Jane Schoenbrun, depicting teenager Owen’s surreal experiences after being introduced to a cryptic late-night TV show.
“In A Violent Nature” directed by Chris Nash, following the enigmatic resurrection of an undead monster in a remote wilderness.
“It’s What’s Inside” by Greg Jardin, exploring an existential nightmare at a pre-wedding party when a friend arrives with a mysterious suitcase.
“Kidnapping Inc.” helmed by Bruno Mourral, plunging two kidnappers into a political conspiracy.
“Krazy House” directed by Steffen Haars and Flip van der Kuil, starring Nick Frost in a story involving Russian workers, wanted criminals, and a ’90s sitcom family.
“Love Lies Bleeding” from Rose Glass, portraying the violent consequences of a love story between a reclusive gym manager and an ambitious bodybuilder.
“The Moogai” directed by Jon Bell, narrating a sinister turn in a joyous occasion when a mother starts seeing a malevolent spirit after bringing home her baby.
“Your Monster” by Caroline Lindy, where actress Laura Franco finds her voice when encountering a terrifying yet strangely charming monster living in her closet.
In the Premieres category, the films include:
“Freaky Tales” by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, set in 1987 Oakland, intertwining four tales involving underdogs guided by a mysterious force.
“Presence” directed by Steven Soderbergh, where a family moving into a suburban house believes they’re not alone.
“Sasquatch Sunset” by David and Nathan Zellner, offering a glimpse into the life of a unique family.
In the World Cinema Dramatic Competition, notable films include:
“Handling the Undead” from director Thea Hvistendahl and screenwriter John Ajvide Lindqvist, presenting a story set in Oslo on a day when the newly dead awaken.
These films promise a diverse array of storytelling and fresh perspectives that will captivate audiences at the Sundance Film Festival.