INDEPENDENT FILM COMPANY AND SHUDDER ANNOUNCE RELEASE OF A SHUDDER ORIGINAL PRODUCTION
“RIVER”
Starring Jane Levy, Jessica Rothe and Dane DiLiegro, The Shudder Original Production will release theatrically through Independent Film Company
Independent Film Company and Shudder announced today that they will release the survival slasher RIVER, from first time feature filmmaker Joshua Giuliano, starring Jane Levy (DON’T BREATHE, EVIL DEAD), Jessica Rothe (HAPPY DEATH DAY), Dane DiLiegro (PREY) and Max Mattern (DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY). The Shudder Original Production is currently in post-production and is set for a theatrical release through Independent Film Company. International rights to the film will be introduced to buyers at the upcoming AFM by Upgrade.
In RIVER, when three estranged siblings reunite in their hometown after the death of their father, they set out to scatter his ashes at his favorite spot on a remote river. But when their boat breaks down, the trip devolves into a waking nightmare. Stranded miles from help with no cell service, they soon realize they’re being stalked by a faceless killer who has emerged from the woods. To survive the night, the siblings must put their long-standing grudges aside and fight together against a ruthless, almost mythic terror.
Joshua Giuliano is an LA-based horror filmmaker by way of the cornfields of Indiana. Having grown up religious and terrified of everything, horror filmmaking never seemed like a plausible career choice for him, but his childhood constraints and need to explore beyond his boundaries ultimately proved to be the perfect ingredients for crafting viscerally terrifying and deeply personal projects. His short films have won numerous awards at various festivals around the world, including the Fantasia Film Festival, Fantastic Fest and Frightfest.
Said Giuliano, “RIVER was six years in the making, a labor of love that culminated in the most rewarding experience of my life. Working with Shudder has been a thrilling collaboration and knowing RIVER will have a theatrical release is a dream come true. I look forward to sharing our terrifying creation with audiences.”
Said Shudder’s Vice President of Development and Production Nicholas Lazo, “Josh is a striking new voice in horror. His simultaneously beautiful and horrifying script captivated us from page one, and it’s our privilege to team up with such an immensely talented group of producers, cast and crew to bring his feature debut to life.”
RIVER is produced by Steven Schneider (INSIDIOUS, PARANORMAL ACTIVITY) from Spooky Pictures, Nick Antosca and Alex Hedlund (BRAND NEW CHERRY FLAVOR, CHUCKY, VERITY) from Eat the Cat, and is Executive Produced by Jeffrey Tinnell and Robert Tinnell (THE HUNTED, FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES) from Allegheny Image Factory as well as Matt Brodlie and Jonathan Kier from Upgrade.
About Independent Film Company
Independent Film Company is a leading U.S. distributor of independent cinema at the forefront of championing boundary-pushing, thought-provoking films for 25 years, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, filmmaker-driven cinema across all genres. Independent Film Company’s slate reaches a national audience through theatrical releases, cable Video On Demand (VOD), and digital platforms.
Some of the company’s successes over the years include Andrew Haigh’s 45 YEARS, Jennifer Kent’s THE BABADOOK, Matthew Johnson’s BLACKBERRY, Richard Linklater’s BOYHOOD, Armando Iannucci’s THE DEATH OF STALIN, Noah Baumbach’s FRANCES HA, David France’s HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE, Chris Nash’s IN A VIOLENT NATURE, Colin and Cameron Cairnes’ LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, Stephen Frears’ THE LOST KING, Adam Elliot’s MEMOIR OF A SNAIL, Olivier Assayas’ PERSONAL SHOPPER, Tran Anh Hung’s THE TASTE OF THINGS, Michael Winterbottom’s THE TRIP, and Chloe Okuno’s WATCHER.
About Shudder
Shudder is the leading curatorial voice and cultural destination for genre entertainment, delivering an unparalleled selection of horror, thrillers, and the supernatural. With an ever-expanding library of films, TV series, and exclusive Originals, Shudder is accessible across most streaming devices in the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Shudder releases approximately thirty films per year, and has redefined genre streaming with a slate of groundbreaking and critically acclaimed titles, including Rob Savage’s HOST, Jayro Bustamante’s Golden Globe-nominated LA LLORONA, Phil Tippett’s MAD GOD, Coralie Fargeat’s REVENGE, Kyle Edward Ball’s SKINAMARINK, Christian Tafdrup’s SPEAK NO EVIL, Chloe Okuno’s WATCHER, Demián Rugna’s WHEN EVIL LURKS, and the latest installments in the V/H/S franchise. Shudder also boasts fan-favorite series such as the two-time Emmy Award-nominated THE BOULET BROTHERS’ DRAGULA, Mark Duplass’ THE CREEP TAPES, Greg Nicotero’s CREEPSHOW, and THE LAST DRIVE-IN WITH JOE BOB BRIGGS. Notable recent releases include Chris Nash’s IN A VIOLENT NATURE, Colin and Cameron Cairnes’ LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, Damian McCarthy’s ODDITY, and Emilie Blichfeldt’s THE UGLY STEPSISTER.
