‘Play Dead,’ Survival Horror Film, Picked up by Black Mandala (EXCLUSIVE)

As a connoisseur of chilling tales and thrilling cinematic experiences, I am thoroughly captivated by the impending release of “Play Dead.” The masterful mind behind this haunting spectacle, Carlos ‘Charly’ Goitia, continues to weave his dark tapestry of suspense and terror, leaving audiences breathless and yearning for more.


In a recent development, “Play Dead,” a spine-tingling horror movie, has been picked up for distribution by Black Mandala Films from New Zealand. The story begins with a woman discovering herself trapped in a basement filled with lifeless bodies, struggling to survive.

The harrowing story of endurance and deceit is helmed by Carlos ‘Charly’ Goitia, who previously directed “Nightmare Radio: The Night Stalker” and “The Game of 100 Candles: The Last Possession”. This movie is brought to us by Nicolás Onetti, renowned for productions like “1978” and What the Waters Left Behind. The script was written by Gonzalo Mellid and Camilo Zaffora.

In “Play Dead,” Paula Brasca’s character, Alison, experiences a harrowing ordeal as she becomes injured and trapped within a mysterious basement. Facing death, she employs her intelligence to feign death and blend with the surrounding corpses. As she tirelessly battles for survival, Alison gradually uncovers a chilling truth: an appalling, ritualistic celebration is taking place in the house above. With every ticking second, the peril escalates.

As a cinephile, I can’t help but be captivated by this chilling thriller that seems to have been born from the same nightmares as timeless horror masterpieces like “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “Don’t Breathe.” It skillfully weaves relentless suspense with grotesque terror, offering an unforgettable journey that leaves you shuddering long after the credits roll. I’ve seen several of Black Mandala’s productions, including “Nightmare Radio” and “The Game of 100 Candles,” and I can confidently say that this film is a testament to their knack for delivering heart-pounding cinematic experiences.

This year, our company acquired the distribution rights for the chilling horror movie titled “1978,” which begins with a soccer game. The movie made its international debut at the Sitges fantasy and horror film festival in Spain, and it held its U.S. premiere at Screamfest on October 12th.

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2024-11-28 06:46