Never Let Go is an upcoming American horror-thriller film directed by Alexandre Aja from a screenplay by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby. It stars Halle Berry.
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| Directed by | Alexandre Aja |
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| Cinematography | Maxime Alexandre |
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| Distributed by | Lionsgate Films |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
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
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]
Filming edit
Principal photography took place in Vancouver, British Columbia from April 17 to June 2, 2023.[6][7]
Release edit
Never Let Go is scheduled to be released in the United States on September 27, 2024, replacing Saw XI.[8]
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.
- ^ "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.
External links edit
- Never Let Go at IMDb
