For fans of survival horror, the upcoming film Depravity offers a fresh take on the break-in thriller genre. Directed by Paul Tamasy, a screenwriter known for The Fighter and Patriots Day, this film marks his debut as a horror filmmaker. The story centers on a group of neighbors who suspect their reclusive neighbor is a serial killer. Their curiosity gets the best of them, and when they break into his apartment, they stumble upon a hidden fortune in stolen art. What begins as a daring heist quickly devolves into a nightmare as the trio is caught in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, where one wrong move could be their last.
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The film stars Victoria Justice as one of the unlucky residents, alongside Taylor John Smith, Devon Ross, Alex Roe, Adam Lazarre-White, and the legendary Dermot Mulroney. The tension is palpable in the trailer, which hints at a claustrophobic setting where every shadow might conceal danger. Justice, typically known for her roles in lighter fare, appears to fully embrace the dark, psychological tension of this film—a performance that horror enthusiasts are likely to appreciate.
Paul Tamasy, known for his success in writing feel-good sports dramas like Air Bud and true-life survival stories such as The Finest Hours, shifts into new territory here. Depravity offers a blend of mystery, suspense, and horror. While some may dismiss the film as another direct-to-video release, the trailer promises more depth and thrills than your average VOD fare.
Set to hit select U.S. theaters and on-demand platforms on October 11th, 2024, Depravity seems poised to captivate horror fans looking for a tense and engaging watch. Is it worth the hype? Only time will tell, but the cast, storyline, and Tamasy's intriguing directorial debut suggest it might just be.
