Universal and Blumhouse in Talks to Nab TIFF Slasher ‘River’ From IFC and Shudder
Josh Giuliano’s feature debut premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival The post Universal and Blumhouse in Talks to Nab TIFF Slasher ‘River’ From IFC and Shudder appeared first on TheWrap .
Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster are in discussions to acquire Josh Giuliano's horror film "River" from IFC Films and Shudder, following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, according to TheWrap. The film, starring Jane Levy, Jessica Rothe, and Max Mattern, follows three estranged siblings who reunite in their hometown after their father's death, only to face a terrifying ordeal when their boat breaks down on a remote river.
The film earned a strong reception at TIFF's Midnight Madness screening, with program director Peter Kuplowsky calling it one of the most suspenseful slasher films in recent memory. Giuliano, a graduate of the American Film Institute's directing program, has a background in award-winning short films, including his participation in festivals like Fantasia and Fantastic Fest.
The potential acquisition of "River" has been in the works for some time, with Blumhouse Atomic Monster's former Indies slate head Sam Zimmerman playing a key role in supporting Giuliano's career while he was at Shudder.
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