Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterSaban Films has acquired North American rights to “Shepherd,” a supernatural thriller by writer-director Russell Owen.Following its world premiere at BFI London Film Festival, “Shepherd” was released in theaters in the United Kingdom last month and has generated $19 million to date.
It doesn’t yet have a release date domestically.“Shepherd” centers on Eric Black, who finds work on a remote, weather-worn Scottish island after the sudden death of his wife.
As his sadness continues to engulf him, so do the supernatural portents of his stark new surroundings. He soon becomes plagued by terrifying visions until it is clear he must confront his past trauma to survive.The film stars Tom Hughes (Red Joan,.
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