As the anticipation builds for the Berlin International Film Festival, Shudder, AMC Networks’ premier streaming service for horror, has successfully acquired the rights to Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala’s latest psychological thriller, The Devil’s Bath. Set to compete at the festival, the film is a captivating journey into horror, marking the directors’ return after their acclaimed works, “Goodnight Mommy” and The Lodge.
Shudder’s acquisition encompasses all rights in North America, as well as the U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, promising a broader audience for the chilling narrative.
Transporting viewers to 1750 Austria, a time when villages were shrouded in dense forests, the German-language film unfolds the harrowing tale of a deeply religious woman ensnared in the pressures of daily life. Her descent into darkness becomes a stark exploration of depression, presenting a unique perspective on the struggles faced by women throughout history.
Directors Franz and Fiala expressed their pride in finding a home for The Devil’s Bath at Shudder, emphasizing the film’s refusal to fit neatly into a genre box. The movie delves into the horrors of depression, offering a compelling voice to the unheard stories of women.
Shudder’s Vice President of Global Acquisitions and Co-Productions, Emily Gotto, commended the filmmaking duo, highlighting their history of terrorizing audiences. She anticipates that “The Devil’s Bath” will continue this tradition with its harrowing and impactful narrative. Shudder members can look forward to experiencing the film’s bone-chilling thrills when it releases this summer.
Starring Anja Plaschg, David Scheid, Maria Hofstätter, Camilla Schielin, and Lorenz Tröbinger, “The Devil’s Bath” is a co-production between Heimatfilm Productions and Ulrich Seidl Productions.
The acquisition deal was negotiated by Emily Gotto on behalf of Shudder and Nicolas Brigaud-Robert for Playtime, representing the filmmakers. Prepare for a cinematic plunge into horror as “The Devil’s Bath” promises a summer release, delivering an unforgettable and haunting experience to horror enthusiasts worldwide.
