As a fan who’s been on a rollercoaster of emotions with every horror-comedy flick I’ve watched, I can confidently say that Lil Rel Howery‘s directorial debut, Haunted Heist, has me absolutely giddy with anticipation! With Tiffany Haddish by his side and a script penned by the brilliant mind behind Mr. Crocket, this film is shaping up to be nothing short of electrifying.
In an exciting development, actor Lil Rel Howery is all set to don the director’s hat for the first time and star in the upcoming horror comedy titled “Haunted Heist“. This movie will also feature Tiffany Haddish as a co-star. The script for this film was penned by Carl Reid, who has previously collaborated on the script for the 2024 release of “Mr. Crocket”, another horror movie centered around an ominous children’s television show host. The French distribution company, The Coven, which had a major hit with “Terrifier 3“, will be responsible for distributing “Haunted Heist” in theatres.
The plot, according to Deadline, is as follows:
In a seemingly ordinary residence, four former companions gather, yet unbeknownst to them, one member harbors secret intentions: he aims to burglarize the property in search of a valuable antique with a high price tag. However, the house is not just any dwelling; it’s haunted, and the quartet must set aside their disagreements to endure the night amidst a pack of deranged spirits.
As a passionate advocate, I find the concept absolutely intriguing! The use of “a wild pack of ghosts” is undeniably captivating to horror enthusiasts. Can you envision the array of spectral entities that a special effects team could conjure up for our heroes, including Howery, Haddish, and their fellow cast members, to engage in an unforgettable showdown? If executed skillfully, this film has the potential to rival classics like “Ghostbusters” or “Beetlejuice”.
One individual showing obvious enthusiasm is Howery himself, expressing, “I’m absolutely thrilled to be involved with this project, both in front of and behind the camera… It promises to be an incredible amount of fun.
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Additionally, Howery is set to create “Haunted Heist”, collaborating with the production team Death Ground, which includes Josh Feldman and Sean King O’Grady. They previously produced Howery’s Hulu horror film “The Mill” and “Mr. Crocket”. Co-production will be handled by Feras Majid Shammami and Jesse Ford of Robinwood7, while Priscilla Ross Smith and Kendall Anlian will serve as executive producers.
Fans of horror movies recognize Howery primarily for his role as Rod Williams, the TSA agent with a knack for conspiracy theories, in Jordan Peele’s successful 2017 film Get Out. This movie earned an Academy Award for best original screenplay and further solidified Peele’s position as a leading creator of horror stories that tackle social issues. Given that Rod often brings humor to the film, it seems like a perfect fit for Howery to direct a comedy-horror project.
As a cinephile, I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Tiffany Haddish and Lil Rel Howery shine in various films and shows. They both graced the screens of Judas and the Black Messiah, Free Guy, Reunion, Spin Me Round, Insecure, and Poker Face, to name a few.
According to Priscilla Smith from The Coven, we’re constantly on the hunt for something entertaining and novel. She believes they’ve found the perfect Saturday night movie that any audience would dream of watching, with Haddish and Howery set to deliver an outstanding performance.
Haunted Heist
is set to begin filming in January 2025. A release date has yet to be announced.
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2024-11-07 23:32