Never Let Go (2024 film)
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| Directed by | Alexandre Aja |
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| Cinematography | Maxime Alexandre |
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| Distributed by | Lionsgate |
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Running time | 101 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Never Let Go is an upcoming American survival horror film directed by Alexandre Aja and written by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby. The film stars Halle Berry, Percy Daggs IV, Anthony B. Jenkins, Matthew Kevin Anderson, Christin Park, and Stephanie Lavigne.
Never Let Go is scheduled to be released in the United States by Lionsgate on September 20, 2024.
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.[2]
Cast
[edit]- Halle Berry
- Percy Daggs IV
- Anthony B. Jenkins
- Matthew Kevin Anderson
- Christin Park
- Stephanie Lavigne
Production
[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.[3] In April 2021, Mark Romanek was hired to direct the film.[4] The following month, it was announced that Romanek left the project and Alexandre Aja was set to direct with Halle Berry joining the cast.[2] In June 2022, Lionsgate sold the international rights to multiple companies during the Cannes Film Festival.[5] In April 2023, Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins joined the cast of the now titled film, Never Let Go.[6] In May 2024, it was revealed that Matthew Kevin Anderson, Christin Park, and Stephanie Lavigne were added to the cast.[7] Principal photography took place in Vancouver, British Columbia from April 17 to June 2, 2023.[8][9]
Release
[edit]Never Let Go is set to premiere at Fantastic Fest on September 19, 2024,[10] before being released theatrically in the United States on September 20.[11] It was originally set for September 27, taking over the original release date for Saw XI.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "Never Let Go (15)". BBFC. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ^ 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. Archived from the original on March 5, 2023. 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. Archived from the original on November 18, 2020. 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. Archived from the original on April 6, 2021. 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. Archived from the original on February 3, 2023. 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. Archived from the original on December 25, 2023. 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. Archived from the original on May 22, 2024. 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.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (August 15, 2024). "Fantastic Fest Unveils 2024 Lineup Featuring 'Terrifier 3,' 'Apartment 7A,' 'Anora,' 'Never Let Go' & More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (August 13, 2024). "Halle Berry Horror Movie Never Let Go Going Earlier In The Fall". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 9, 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. Archived from the original on April 9, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2024.