A24 to release religious horror film Saint Maud in North America

Last Updated on August 2, 2021

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Popular genre distributor A24 has acquired the North American rights to director Rose Glass's psychological horror film SAINT MAUD, which recently had screenings at Toronto International Film Festival and Fantastic Fest. It will also be shown at BFI London Film Festival next month. 

A24 didn't share any details on what their release strategy for SAINT MAUD may be, but their involvement will instantly make the film a must-see for many genre fans.

The story centers on 

a pious but unstable nurse, Maud, who becomes convinced that she must save the soul of her dying employer, Amanda, as signs of eternal damnation begin to present themselves in their isolated seaside town.

Morfydd Clark plays Maud, with Jennifer Ehle taking on the role of Amanda.

SAINT MAUD was produced by Oliver Kassman and Andrea Cornwell, with Daniel Battsek, Sam Lavender, and Mary Burke serving as executive producers. An Escape Plan Production, the project was developed by Film4. Film4 also backed the production with the BFI.

Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions holds most international rights for SAINT MAUD, the exceptions being the U.K. and France.

A24's previous releases include TUSK, EX MACHINA, GREEN ROOM, THE WITCH, HEREDITARY, IT COMES AT NIGHT, and MIDSOMMAR
 

Source: Deadline

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