So this is cool! According to a press release, "IFC Midnight announced today that IFC Midnight is acquiring U.S. rights to Demonic, written and directed by Neill Blomkamp (District 9, Elysium, Chappie), from AGC Studios.
Blomkamp first earned critical acclaim across the board for his debut feature and sci-fi allegory on immigration District 9 before going on to further success with such films as Elysium and Chappie. "
No synopsis for the film as of yet, but judging by the title…I assume it's about demons in some way? Though it could be metaphorical, Blomkamp – for all of his strengths – is not really a subtle filmmaker. Personally, while his follow-ups to District 9 have been various levels of disappointment, I still think he's talented, and – to be fair – District 9 is so good, he gets a couple chances before I completely write him off as a fluke (and, despite their obvious flaws, even Elysium and Chappie have their moments). Hopefully this one kicks ass as well!
Here's what Arianna Bocco, President of IFC Films, said about the project:
Neil Blomkamp exploded onto the filmmaking scene with District 9 and has made his mark by creating films that challenge and subvert the genre. It’s exciting to work together on this highly anticipated new vision, and be immersed in yet another world terrifyingly similar to our own.
Meanwhile, the film stars up-and-comers Carly Pope (Elysium), Chris William Martin (The Vampire Diaries), and Michael Rogers (Siren).
So what do you guys think? Fans of Blomkamp? If so, looking forward to his new horror film? Either way, sound off below!
