Never Let Go (2024 film)
Never Let Go | |
---|---|
Directed by | Alexandre Aja |
Written by |
|
Produced by |
|
Starring |
|
Cinematography | Maxime Alexandre |
Production companies |
|
Distributed by | Lionsgate Films |
Release date |
|
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Never Let Go is an upcoming American survival horror film directed by Alexandre Aja from a screenplay by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby. It stars Halle Berry.
Premise[edit]
A family consisting of a mother and her twin sons has suffered from the torment of a malicious spirit for many years. However, when one of the boys starts to doubt the existence of the evil, the family's sacred bond is broken, leading to a dangerous fight for survival.[1]
Cast[edit]
- Halle Berry
- Percy Daggs IV
- Anthony B. Jenkins
- Matthew Kevin Anderson
- Christin Park
- Stephanie Lavigne
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
In August 2020, Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby's horror script Mother Land was acquired by Shawn Levy's company 21 Laps Entertainment with Lionsgate Films set to distribute.[2] In April 2021, Mark Romanek was hired to direct the film.[3] The following month, it was announced that Romanek left the project and Alexandre Aja was set to direct with Halle Berry joining the cast.[1] In June 2022, Lionsgate sold the international rights to multiple companies during the Cannes Film Festival.[4] In April 2023, Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins joined the cast of the now titled film, Never Let Go.[5] In May 2024, it was revealed that Matthew Kevin Anderson, Christin Park, and Stephanie Lavigne were added to the cast.[6]
Filming[edit]
Principal photography took place in Vancouver, British Columbia from April 17 to June 2, 2023.[7][8]
Release[edit]
Never Let Go is scheduled to be released in the United States on September 27, 2024, replacing Saw XI.[9]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Wiseman, Andreas (May 9, 2022). "Halle Berry To Star In Thriller 'Mother Land' For Lionsgate, 'Stranger Things' Outfit 21 Laps & Director Alexandre Aja — Cannes Market Hot Pic". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 12, 2016). "Lionsgate Acquires Horror Spec 'Mother Land'; 21 Laps' Shawn Levy & Dan Cohen To Produce". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
- ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (April 6, 2021). "Director Mark Romanek Returns To Movies With 'Mother Land' At Lionsgate & 21 Laps". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 9, 2022). "Lionsgate Inks Raft Of Multimillion-Dollar Pre-Sales On Movie Slate Including 'Hunger Games' Prequel & 'Dirty Dancing' Sequel". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (April 19, 2023). "Percy Daggs IV & Anthony B. Jenkins Join Halle Berry Thriller 'Never Let Go' From Lionsgate, 21 Laps". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 19, 2023.
- ^ Zee, Michaela (May 16, 2024). "'Never Let Go' Trailer: Halle Berry Battles an Evil Spirit to Survive in New Horror Film Directed by Alexandre Aja". Variety. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "In Production". Creative BC Film Commission. March 30, 2023. Archived from the original on March 30, 2023. Retrieved October 8, 2023.
- ^ "Never Let Go: Halle Berry / Alexandre Aja horror project is now filming". JoBlo.com. April 20, 2023. Archived from the original on May 12, 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
- ^ "'The Crow' Flies To August, Halle Berry Pic 'Never Let Go' Sets Fall, 'Saw XI' To Slice 2025, 'Best Christmas Pageant Ever' Earlier – Lionsgate Release Date Changes". Deadline Hollywood. April 9, 2024. Archived from the original on April 9, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2024.