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'''''Orphan: First Kill''''' is an upcoming American [[psychological horror film]], serving as a prequel to the 2009 film ''[[Orphan (2009 film)|Orphan]].'' The film is directed by [[William Brent Bell]], from a screenplay by David Coggeshall, and a story by [[David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick]] and Alex Mace (who wrote the screenplay and story to its predecessor, respectively).<ref name="WGA">{{cite web|url=https://directories.wga.org/project/1203072/orphan-first-kill/|title=Orphan: First Kill|work=[[Writers Guild of America West]]|date=October 26, 2021|access-date=November 12, 2021}}</ref> |
'''''Orphan: First Kill''''' is an upcoming American [[psychological horror film]], serving as a prequel to the 2009 film ''[[Orphan (2009 film)|Orphan]].'' The film is directed by [[William Brent Bell]], from a screenplay by David Coggeshall, and a story by [[David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick]] and Alex Mace (who wrote the screenplay and story to its predecessor, respectively).<ref name="WGA">{{cite web|url=https://directories.wga.org/project/1203072/orphan-first-kill/|title=Orphan: First Kill|work=[[Writers Guild of America West]]|date=October 26, 2021|access-date=November 12, 2021}}</ref> [[Julia Stiles]] stars alongside [[Isabelle Fuhrman]] who reprises her role as Esther. |
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Originally with the working title of ''Esther'', the project was announced in February 2020. The official title was revealed in November that same year, with Fuhrman reprising her role, Julia Stiles, [[Rossif Sutherland]] and Matthew Finlan joining the cast. Filming took place in [[Winnipeg]] from November to December 2020. |
Originally with the working title of ''Esther'', the project was announced in February 2020. The official title was revealed in November that same year, with Fuhrman reprising her role, Julia Stiles, [[Rossif Sutherland]] and Matthew Finlan joining the cast. Filming took place in [[Winnipeg]] from November to December 2020. |
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''Orphan: First Kill'' is a co-production between [[Paramount Players]], [[Dark Castle Entertainment]], [[Entertainment One]], Sierra/Affinity, [[Eagle Vision (company)|Eagle Vision]], and [[Signature Entertainment]] |
''Orphan: First Kill'' is a co-production between [[Paramount Players]], [[Dark Castle Entertainment]], [[Entertainment One]], Sierra/Affinity, [[Eagle Vision (company)|Eagle Vision]], and [[Signature Entertainment]]. It will be released by [[Paramount Pictures]] on July 27, 2022, in select theaters, digital, and streaming via [[Paramount+]]. |
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==Premise== |
==Premise== |
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{{blockquote|"Esther's terrifying saga continues in this thrilling prequel to the original and shocking horror hit ''[[Orphan (2009 film)|Orphan]]''. After orchestrating a brilliant escape from an Estonian psychiatric facility, Esther travels to America by impersonating the missing daughter of a wealthy family. Yet, an unexpected twist arises that pits her against a mother who will protect her family from the murderous 'child' at any cost."|source=[[Paramount Pictures]]}} |
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==Cast== |
==Cast== |
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* [[Julia Stiles]] as Tricia Albright |
* [[Julia Stiles]] as Tricia Albright |
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* [[Isabelle Fuhrman]] as Leena Klammer |
* [[Isabelle Fuhrman]] as Leena Klammer/Esther |
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** Kennedy Irwin as Young Esther: Irwin also serves as a body double for Fuhrman |
** Kennedy Irwin as Young Esther: Irwin also serves as a body double for Fuhrman |
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* [[Rossif Sutherland]] as Allen Albright |
* [[Rossif Sutherland]] as Allen Albright |
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| Directed by | William Brent Bell |
| Screenplay by | David Coggeshall |
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| Based on | Characters by Alex Mace |
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| Cinematography | Karim Hussain |
| Edited by | Josh Ethier |
| Music by | Brett Detar[1] |
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| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Orphan: First Kill is an upcoming American psychological horror film, serving as a prequel to the 2009 film Orphan. The film is directed by William Brent Bell, from a screenplay by David Coggeshall, and a story by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and Alex Mace (who wrote the screenplay and story to its predecessor, respectively).[2] Julia Stiles stars alongside Isabelle Fuhrman who reprises her role as Esther.
Originally with the working title of Esther, the project was announced in February 2020. The official title was revealed in November that same year, with Fuhrman reprising her role, Julia Stiles, Rossif Sutherland and Matthew Finlan joining the cast. Filming took place in Winnipeg from November to December 2020.
Orphan: First Kill is a co-production between Paramount Players, Dark Castle Entertainment, Entertainment One, Sierra/Affinity, Eagle Vision, and Signature Entertainment. It will be released by Paramount Pictures on July 27, 2022, in select theaters, digital, and streaming via Paramount+.
Premise
"Esther's terrifying saga continues in this thrilling prequel to the original and shocking horror hit Orphan. After orchestrating a brilliant escape from an Estonian psychiatric facility, Esther travels to America by impersonating the missing daughter of a wealthy family. Yet, an unexpected twist arises that pits her against a mother who will protect her family from the murderous 'child' at any cost."
Cast
- Julia Stiles as Tricia Albright
- Isabelle Fuhrman as Leena Klammer/Esther
- Kennedy Irwin as Young Esther: Irwin also serves as a body double for Fuhrman
- Rossif Sutherland as Allen Albright
- Matthew Finlan as Gunnar Albright
- Morgan Giraudet as James Klammer[3][4]
- Hiro Kanagawa as Donnan
- Jade Michael as Madison
- Samantha Walkes as Dr. Sager
Production
In February 2020, it was announced William Brent Bell would direct the film, titled Esther, from a screenplay by David Coggeshall, with David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick serving as an executive producer.[5] In November 2020, the film's new title was announced as Orphan: First Kill,[6] with Isabelle Fuhrman reprising her role as Esther, and Julia Stiles and Rossif Sutherland joining the cast.[7][8] Filmmakers revealed that they used a combination of makeup and forced perspective shots to allow Fuhrman to again portray Esther.[6] Two female child actors also served as body doubles for Fuhrman.[9]
Principal photography began in Winnipeg in November 2020[7] and wrapped on December 11, of the same year.[10]
In September 2021, it was announced Paramount Pictures had acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film.[11]
Release
Orphan: First Kill is set to be released simultaneously through limited theatrical release, video on demand, and on Paramount+, on August 19, 2022.[12] It was believed at one point to have a release date of January 28, 2022, but this was deemed unofficial.[13][14]
References
- ^ "Orphan: First Kill (2022)". Cinezik.fr. Retrieved 2 August 2021.
- ^ "Orphan: First Kill". Writers Guild of America West. October 26, 2021. Retrieved November 12, 2021.
- ^ "The Orphan: First Kill cast". January 20, 2021.
- ^ "Orphan: First Kill on AlloCiné". January 10, 2021.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (February 20, 2020). "'Brahms: The Boy II's William Brent Bell To Direct 'Orphan' Prequel 'Esther' For eOne – EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 2, 2020.
- ^ a b Squires, John (November 2, 2020). "'Orphan: First Kill': Isabelle Fuhrman Will Return as Esther in 'Orphan' Prequel Film!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ a b D'Alessandro, Anthony (November 2, 2020). "'Orphan: First Kill': Julia Stiles Boarding, Isabelle Fuhrman Returning To eOne Horror Prequel". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 2, 2020.
- ^ D’Alessandro, Anthony (November 6, 2020). "Rossif Sutherland Joins eOne & Dark Castle's Horror Prequel 'Orphan: First Kill'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 6, 2020.
- ^ "Kennedy Irwin and Isabelle Fuhrman share a picture together". @estherthemovie on Instagram. December 15, 2020. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved January 12, 2021.
- ^ Stiles, Julia (December 11, 2020). "Julia Stiles announces the wrapping of Esther/Orphan: First Kill". Julia Stiles. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved January 12, 2021.
- ^ Kit, Borys (September 9, 2021). "Paramount Picks Up Horror Thriller 'Orphan: First Kill' From eOne, Dark Castle (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 9, 2021.
- ^ Evans, Greg (July 13, 2022). "'Orphan: First Kill' Trailer: Isabelle Fuhrman Returns As Mystery "Child" In Horror Prequel". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Stanley, Anya (17 December 2021). "Isabelle Fuhrman Had 'Free Rein' With Her Performance In Orphan: First Kill [Exclusive]". /Film. Archived from the original on 18 December 2021. Retrieved 8 January 2022.
- ^ Killjoy Jake (November 15, 2021). "ORPHAN PREQUEL: Phony Release Date?! + Will The Film Go Straight To Streaming?!". Killjoy Jake. Retrieved March 20, 2022.
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