Chilling Ritual Unraveled: ‘Bring Her Back’ Trailer Teases New Horror from ‘Talk to Me’ Duo

In the scorching summer of 2023, Danny and Michael Philippou sent shivers down spines with their initial directorial venture, “Talk to Me.” Distributed by A24, this chilling movie garnered rave reviews from critics, ultimately setting a new record as their most profitable horror production. Horror enthusiasts have been on tenterhooks for the duo’s next project, and finally, their patience has paid off with the debut of the first teaser trailer for “Bring Her Back.” This promising glimpse suggests another nail-biting addition to the talented filmmakers’ oeuvre.

In the upcoming movie Bring Her Back, the storyline has been enveloped in secrecy since its announcement. However, the release of the teaser trailer has shed light on the fact that it revolves around a brother and sister who discover a dreadful ritual occurring at their new foster mother’s isolated residence. A good horror film typically leaves audiences eager yet unsure, and this teaser manages to create intrigue by displaying tantalizingly mysterious scenes that build tension without revealing the movie’s plot twists prematurely.

The movie titled “Bring Her Bac” features two-time Oscar nominee Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips, and Sally-Anne Upton. This film is a product of a screenplay co-written by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman. Principal photography started in June 2024, taking place in Adelaide and Lightsview, South Australia, which is the home state of co-writers Danny Philippou. Filming concluded in just 41 days. The recently unveiled teaser trailer hints that the film will be released on the screens by A24 on May 30.

Danny and Michael Philippou Wowed Horror Fans and Critics With Their Feature Directorial Debut

The movie “Talk to Me” left horror enthusiasts and critics spellbound when it debuted on the festival circuit in 2022. After its screening at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, the film was picked up by various international distributors. It then had its international premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival as part of the midnight program. Following its Sundance debut, A24 secured the rights to distribute the movie in the U.S.

2023’s film “Talk to Me” was widely acclaimed by critics, earning an impressive 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes – an unusually high score for a horror movie. The general consensus on the site is that “Talk to Me” weaves a genuinely chilling modern horror tale with a strong storyline and convincing practical effects, drawing upon traditional elements to create something fresh and captivating. On its opening day, audiences gave it a “B+” CinemaScore, indicating they were pleased with their experience.

The film not only received critical acclaim but also saw significant financial success, earning $48.3 million within the U.S. and $92.2 million globally on a production budget of just $4.5 million. Talk to Me eventually outperformed Hereditary at the domestic box office, paving the way for announcements regarding a prequel and sequel. In the future, Talk 2 Me will be helmed by Danny and Michael Philippou, with screenplay written by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman.

Bring Her Back hits theaters on May 30.

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2025-02-19 19:03