The Monster (upcoming film)
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| Directed by | Darren Lynn Bousman |
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Production company | Envision Media Arts |
| Distributed by | Republic Pictures |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Monster is an upcoming horror-thriller film directed by Darren Lynn Bousman and written by James Greer and Jonathan Bernstein. It stars Djimon Hounsou, Lauren LaVera, and Mia Healey.
Premise
Two millennials scam unsuspecting tenants by renting out expensive New York City apartments that they do not actually own. The scheme works until they encounter an apartment owner with a hidden agenda, who turns the tables on them.[1]
Cast
- Djimon Hounsou
- Lauren LaVera
- Mia Healey
- Alicia Witt
- Neal McDonough
- Gina Philips
- Jacob Lukas Anderson
- Michael Lombardi
- David Call
Production
In October 2024, it was reported that Djimon Hounsou, Lauren LaVera, and Mia Healey were cast in the leading roles.[2][3] Alicia Witt, Neal McDonough, Gina Philips, Jacob Lukas Anderson, Michael Lombardi and David Call were later cast.[4] Darren Lynn Bousman signed on to direct from a script by James Greer and Jonathan Bernstein. Lee Nelson and David Tish from Envision Media Arts, and Mark Burg produced the film.[1]
Principal photography began in November 2024 in the Connecticut cities of Danbury and New Haven. It is expected to conclude in five weeks.[5]
Release
In December 2024, Republic Pictures acquired worldwide distribution rights to the film.[4]
References
- ^ a b Wiseman, Andreas (October 18, 2024). "Djimon Hounsou To Star In Horror-Thriller The Monster For Saw Producer Mark Burg & Director Darren Lynn Bousman". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (October 23, 2024). "Terrifier Breakout Lauren LaVera To Star Opposite Djimon Hounsou In The Monster From Saw Duo". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (November 1, 2024). "Mia Healey Joins Djimon Hounsou In The Monster". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ a b Wiseman, Andreas (December 4, 2024). "Paramount's Republic Pictures Takes WW Rights To The Monster With Djimon Hounsou, Lauren LaVera, Mia Healey; Gina Philips & Rapper Prof Among Cast To Join". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
- ^ Lyle, Kaitlin (October 22, 2024). "Horror-thriller movie from makers of Saw to film in Danbury, New Haven this fall". The News-Times. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
External links
- The Monster at IMDb