This Mother’s Day weekend, The Horror Collective, Entertainment Squad’s genre label, is set to release the compelling social justice-themedhorror filmSilence of the Prey. The movie is slated for a May 14 release across video-on-demand and digital platforms in the United States, UK/Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, and Collider is delighted to bring our readers the exclusive first look at the trailer for the film.
Silence of the Preytakes inspiration from true events, building its narrativearound an undocumented immigrant motherwho discovers a terrifying secret while working as a caretaker for an elderly man. The film serves as the directorial debut forKaryna Kudzina, who co-directed withMichael Vaynberg. The movie’s themes resonate deeply with current social issues, particularly the vulnerabilities faced byundocumented immigrants. Entertainment Squad’s CEO,Shaked Berenson, emphasized the film’s relevance in today’s world, stating, “Silence of the Preyaddresses the dangers that undocumented immigrants sometimes face while trying to provide for their families without the protections that most people enjoy.” He added that the film is “a perfect follow-up toThe Horror Collective’sGhosts of the Voidwhich also explores social justice issues.”
ProducersMonte BezellandDen Tolmor, in a joint statement, described the film as an “uncompromising, spine-tingling saga that compels us to confront the abyss lurking amidst our midst.” They highlighted that the film encapsulates the “harrowing vanishing of thousands,” serving as “a chilling homage to the terrors that reverberate within the void of the absent.”
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The film not only marksa significant step in the careers of its creators but also showcases their acting talents, with both Kudzina and Bezell starring in the film alongsideMichael Doyle, Lorianna Izrailova, andChris LaPanta. The screenplay, written by Kudzina andSaro Varjabedian, promises to offer an engaging and reflective look at issues that are seldom explored in the horror genre.Den Tolmor, known for his Oscar and Emmy-nominated documentaryWinter on Fire: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom, brings his experience in powerful storytelling to the production. The project is represented bySebastian Twardoszfrom Savant Artists.
The Horror Collective continues to make strides in the genre film landscape, having previously produced hits like the killer-pants cult classicSLAXX(a Shudder Original) and the critically acclaimed LGBTQ+ horror-comedySUMMONING SYLVIA. The film’s message of social justice and focus on migrants seems set to spark conversation and perhaps inspire change, aligning perfectly with The Horror Collective’s mission to blend genre thrills with deep, impactful storytelling.
Silence of the Preywill be available on Digital and On-Demand from May 14. Watch the exclusive Red Band trailer above.
