David Cronenberg is back with his latest horror movie, The Shrouds. With a run time of 119 minutes, this is not just any movie, it’s expected to be Cronenberg’s longest ever. That’s right, Cronenberg isn’t just scaring us; he’s making sure we stay scared longer than usual!
David Cronenberg’s The Shrouds is causing quite a stir as it prepares for its international premiere at the renowned Cannes Film Festival. So, what’s all the fuss about? Let’s find out!
Cast of The Shrouds
First off, the cast of The Shrouds is nothing short of stellar. Leading the charge are Vincent Cassel, Steve Switzman, Elizabeth Saunders, Myrna Slotnik, Eric Weintha, Diane Kruger, Guy Pearce, Jennifer Dale and Sandrine Holt. Diane Kruger is pulling triple duty in this movie, playing not one, not two, but three roles! She plays the wife, her sister, and an avatar created in the wife’s memory. Talk about a triple threat! If that doesn’t scream acting chops, I don’t know what does.
Plot of The Shrouds
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Now, onto the juicy part – the plot. The Shrouds centers around Karsh, a businessman who can’t get over the death of his wife. So, what does he do? He invents GraveTech, a creepy yet fascinating technology that lets people watch their deceased loved ones. Yes, you heard that right – it’s like Netflix but for the dead.
One night, someone decides they’re not fans of GraveTech and vandalizes the graves, including Karsh’s wife’s. This sends Karsh on a mission to find those responsible. Talk about having a bad night, huh?
For those who follow David Cronenberg movies, you know he’s the king of blending sci-fi with body horror. The Shrouds promises to deliver all of that and more. It’s said to be the most personal film of Cronenberg’s career, touching deeply on themes of loss and grief, inspired by his own life experiences. The official plot synopsis for The Shrouds reads as follows:
“Cassel will play Karsh, an innovative businessman and grieving widower, who builds a novel device to connect with the dead inside a burial shroud. This burial tool installed at his own state-of-the-art, though controversial cemetery allows him and his clients to watch their specific departed loved one decompose in real time. Karsh’s revolutionary business is on the verge of breaking into the international mainstream when several graves within his cemetery are vandalized and nearly destroyed, including that of his wife. While he struggles to uncover a clear motive for the attack, the mystery of who wrought this havoc, and why, drive him to reevaluate his business, marriage and fidelity to his late wife’s memory, as well as push him to new beginnings.”
Release Date of The Shrouds
As for The Shrouds release date, while France gets to see it on September 25, 2024, there’s no word yet on when it will hit theatres. So, we might have to be patient.
Is There a Trailer for David Cronenberg’s The Shrouds?
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IndieWire recently gave us a first look at the teaser trailer for The Shrouds, and it’s every bit as chilling as you’d expect from a Cronenberg movie. The trailer gives us a haunting glimpse into the world of GraveTech and sets the tone for a story that’s as much about the horrors of the afterlife as it is about the pain of the living. It’s brief, but it’s enough to send a shiver down your spine!
Check out The Shrouds teaser trailer below.
Vincent Cassel and Diane Kruger star in the first teaser for David Cronenberg's "The Shrouds," set to premiere at this year's #Cannes.
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Who’s behind The Shrouds?
David Cronenberg is at the helm of The Shrouds, both writing and directing, so expect a film filled with his iconic touch. Producing the movie are Saïd Ben Saïd, Martin Katz and co-producer Steve Solomos, Cinematographer Douglas Koch and art director Jason Clarke, along with production designer Carol Spier, round out the talented team bringing this eerie tale to life. With such a powerhouse crew, The Shrouds promises to be a visually captivating and unsettling experience.
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Final Thoughts
In classic Cronenberg style, The Shrouds is not just a horror film; it’s a deep dive into the emotional and existential crises that come with death and technology. So, will Karsh’s invention change how we deal with loss, or will it just be another reason to keep the lights on at night? Only time will tell.
So, stay tuned. The Shrouds is gearing up to be one heck of a cinematic ride, filled with all the eerie, quirky, and profound elements we’ve come to love from David Cronenberg movies.