Overlook Film Festival To Open With World Premiere Of ‘Renfield,’ Close With ‘Evil Dead Rise’ — View The Full Lineup
deadline.comThe Overlook Film Festival has unveiled the full lineup for its 2023 edition, taking place in New Orleans from March 30-April 2, naming the world premiering Universal horror-comedy Renfield as its opening night film, and Warner Bros’ Evil Dead Rise as its closer.
The former title starring Nicholas Hoult (The Menu) as the tortured henchman of Dracula (Nicolas Cage) will be showcased via a live Q&A with Cage and director Chris McKay, as well as an Opening Night Vampire Ball, ahead of its April 14 theatrical release.
The latter, marking the latest in the storied horror franchise from Sam Raimi, comes to the renowned horror festival after world premiering at SXSW.
Lee Cronin directed from his script, with Lily Sullivan, Alyssa Sutherland, Morgan Davies, Gabrielle Echols and Nell Fisher amongst the ensemble.
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