The report identifies the former as a YA mystery/gateway horror film, providing specific casting and crew details for the production.
The film follows the eponymous Bridgette, who is haunted by memories from her own rural past. She must uncover the truth in a place where everyone is a suspect, navigating the tensions of Whisper Creek as the investigation deepens.
Mary Beth McAndrews directs the film from a script by Preston Fassel. Newcomer Amanda Huerta leads the cast in a performance described as a star-turn. Her involvement originated from her appearance in a Little Spark Films (LSF) “48-Hour Spark” film race, which served as the initial point of contact for the production team.
LSF co-founder Catalina Querida spearheaded the project as producer. She noted that during pre-production, the company hosted a 48 Hour Film Race titled 48 Hour Sparks. LSF Office P. A. -turned-2nd-AD Jacob Harper had previously worked with Huerta during this event. This collaborative history facilitated her casting in the lead role.
Querida explained that the 48 Hour Sparks event took place while the company was in pre-production. This timing allowed the production to leverage existing relationships formed during the race, specifically the collaboration between Harper and Huerta, to secure the lead role for the film.
Huerta is supported by genre veterans Lisa Gaye and Kelli Maroney. Gaye is known for the Toxic Avenger franchise, while Maroney appeared in Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Night of the Comet. Maroney co-stars as Marlene Gatlin, described as Whisper Creek’s resident Blanche DuBois. Her character is a resale shop proprietress with a shadowy connection to the town’s past.
LSF hand-selected Gaye and Maroney for key reasons. Little Spark co-founder Joe Manco stated that Lisa was an amazing get. He added that she has such great insight and love for the craft. Dali, who has worked with LSF for years, described being part of their growth as an honor. He emphasized the company’s creative collective process, which is accepting and collaborative. He noted that the environment cultivates an empowering and family-like dynamic.
Dali elaborated that the creative collective process allows individual thoughts and ideas to be heard and considered. He emphasized that the environment created by LSF cultivates an empowering and family-like dynamic, which he views as the most important aspect of his long-term collaboration with the company.
The Daily Dead report also listed other recent horror items. These included a review of COLONY, which features hive mind zombies. A drive-in dust off article discussed William Shatner and the film IMPULSE. Additionally, PANICK Entertainment and IllFonic announced a new HALLOWEEN comic book inspired by the upcoming video game.
The Daily Dead report also included an interview with Director and Co-Writer Yeon Sang-ho discussing the zombies of COLONY. This piece accompanied a review of COLONY, which features hive mind zombies, and a drive-in dust off article discussing William Shatner and the film IMPULSE.