The horror genre is about to get a chilling new addition, and it's stirring up quite a buzz! 'Undertone', an A24 film, has just released its second trailer, and it's sending shivers down the spines of eager fans. But here's the twist: it's not your typical horror flick.
Starring Nina Kiri, known for her role in 'The Handmaid's Tale', the film tells the story of a podcast host who finds herself entangled in a chilling mystery. Kiri's character, Evy, moves into her dying mother's house and becomes the sole caregiver. But things take a dark turn when her podcast receives eerie audio recordings of a pregnant couple experiencing paranormal phenomena. As Evy listens, she realizes the woman's story mirrors her own, and each recording pushes her further into a terrifying reality.
What sets this film apart is its unique approach to storytelling. Writer and director Ian Tuason, a former short filmmaker, describes it as a 'found audio' movie, where sound design takes center stage. Tuason aims to immerse viewers in fear, drawing from his personal experience as a caregiver to explore the horrors of fear, guilt, and isolation.
And this is where it gets controversial. While the film has impressed production giants like Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, leading to Tuason's involvement in the next 'Paranormal Activity' movie, not everyone is convinced. JoBlo's Chris Bumbray gave it a lukewarm 5/10 review after its Sundance screening. But with producers like Dan Slater and Cody Calahan praising Tuason's bold and unnerving vision, the film promises to be a divisive yet captivating experience.
The film also marks the beginning of a collaboration between KINO Studios and Black Fawn Films, with plans to produce more horror and thriller projects together. Daril Fannin, CEO of KINO Studios, praised Nina Kiri's performance, stating that she was the perfect choice to lead this haunting tale.
So, what's your take on this upcoming horror thriller? Are you intrigued by the unique storytelling approach, or do you think it's a gimmick? Leave your thoughts in the comments below, and let's spark a conversation about the power of sound in cinema!
