Are you ready to experience an adrenaline-fueled psychological thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat? This July, filmmaker and director Arish Sirkissoon, in collaboration with producers Dr. Raj Singh and Edwin Cole, brings you “You’re Next,” a riveting cat-and-mouse feature film that will keep audiences captivated and craving more.
The story follows Detective Khumalo (S’bonelo Cele), who finds himself entangled in a complex case when a bloodied girl shows up at his station with an elaborate story. In desperation, he contacts an old friend and specialist, Detective Khan (Dr. Raj Singh), to help him come to terms with the information. Their investigation takes them down a path of murder and deceit linked to the social media world.
The cast includes Drew Baillie as Sandra, Rahul Polton as Clint, Tamlyn Prosser as Deliliah, Dylan Swanepoel as Adam, Rakshana Singh as Detective Singh, and Arish Sirkissoon as Xavier Knight. The film’s tagline, “Everyone is dying to be liked,” speaks to its underlying theme of the dangers of social media and the lengths people will go to for attention.
Director Arish Sirkissoon, also known as LX Seth, is a successful Durban-based entrepreneur, academic, music and movie executive. With several chart-topping singles to his name, Sirkissoon has produced numerous feature films, television shows, talk shows, and music videos. “You’re Next” is his second feature film as a director, and he has dedicated meticulous attention to both the written and visual aspects of the movie.
According to Dr. Raj Singh, who plays Detective Khan and serves as a producer for the film, “What captivates me about this film is its non-conformity to typical South African movie conventions. The concepts presented are of a superior caliber, infused with a touch of brilliance.” Edwin Cole, also a producer for the film, adds, “Upon viewing the script and getting involved in this project, it was truly an exciting one from the start. With such a dynamic narrative as well as cast to carry it out, it ensured a pleasant process of producing all the way.”
In the words of Arish Sirkissoon, “My priority has always been to craft psychological thrillers that teeter on the edge of horror. In my opinion, a feature with a clever twist is unparalleled. With various concepts in mind, I successfully amalgamated them into a seamless screenplay. The film is a manipulation of constructs that culminate in a captivating climax, leaving the audience craving more.”
So, are you ready to be thrilled, captivated, and left craving more? “You’re Next” promises to deliver an unforgettable experience that will leave you questioning who your friends really are. Don’t miss it in theaters this July.
DIRECTORS STATEMENT- ARISH SIRKISSOON (AKA LX SETH)
“My priority has always been to craft psychological thrillers that teeter on the edge of horror. In my opinion, a feature with a clever twist is unparalleled. With various concepts in mind, I successfully amalgamated them into a seamless screenplay. This is my second feature film as a director and I always aspire to create something exceptional, and I believe I have accomplished this in numerous ways. The film is a manipulation of constructs that culminate in a captivating climax, leaving the audience craving more. I have dedicated meticulous attention to both the written and visual aspects of the movie, and I am confident that audiences will recognize and appreciate it.”
