Exclusive Film Deal
Dark Sky Films has acquired the US rights to the Canadian feature film "Warehouse" before its world premiere at the Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas. The film, written and directed by Avalon Fast, tells the story of Emily, a young woman who finds comfort as a warehouse consultant while navigating grief, witchcraft, and the power of female friendship.
The Story Behind Warehouse
Emily, led by feelings of guilt and haunted by a traumatic past, takes a position at a summer camp for restless young people. As she begins to believe in a new life, she hears a voice from deep in the forest that urges her to go home, a call that may be impossible to ignore. The film explores themes of grief, trauma, and female friendship, making it a must-see for fans of horror and coming-of-age stories.
Cast and Crew
The film stars Zola Grimmer, Alice Wordsworth, Cherry Moore, Lea Rose Sebastiatis, Ella Reece, Austyn van de Kamp, Sophie Bawks-Smith, Izza Jarvis, and Aiden Lagersmithith. The producers are Taylor Nodrick, Jacob Glickman, Jackie de Niverville, Martin Cadieux-Rouillard, and Maya Cadieux-Rouillard. "Warehouse" was made with the support of Telefilm Canada and Quebec and Canadian Tax credits.
Upcoming Screenings
"Warehouse" will have its international premiere in Sitges, Spain, next month and will be a core part of the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival Screening. It will also receive its Australian premiere at SXSW Sydney. Avalon Fast’s first feature, "honeycomb," premiered at Slamdance in 2022 and played at Fantasia.
Acquiring the Film
Dark Sky Films negotiated the deal with Peter Kuplowsky, Michael Peterson, and producer Nodrick on behalf of the filmmakers. Greg Newman, EPP of Dark Sky Films, praised Avalon Fast, saying she is "one of the most exciting young voices in horror" and welcomed her "courageous vision and fearless approach to storytelling." Kuplowsky added that he was affected by Avalon’s confident style and scary aesthetics and tried to support "Warehouse" immediately.
The Director’s Vision
Avalon Fast said, "’Warehouse’ is a hard story and one that comes very close to me. It took time to find the right people to support me and this vision. From our first introduction, Dark Sky Films were immediately invested and motivated to enable this film." With the support of Dark Sky Films, "Warehouse" is set to become a standout film in the horror genre.
