Director Eli Roth has decided to turn the traditional Thanksgiving holiday into a veritable nightmare with the release of Thanksgiving, a highly anticipated American horror film hitting U.S. cinemas on November 17, 2023, under the TriStar Pictures banner.
Based on Roth's fictional trailer for Grindhouse (2007), Thanksgiving takes audiences on a terrifying journey through the town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, one year after a Black Friday that turned chaotic. A mysterious killer, inspired by Thanksgiving, descends on the historic birthplace of the famous holiday, leaving behind a trail of seemingly random murders that gradually reveal a larger, more sinister plan. Starring Patrick Dempsey, Addison Rae, Milo Manheim, Jalen Thomas Brooks, Nell Verlaque, Rick Hoffman and Gina Gershon, Thanksgiving delivers outstanding performances that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Directed by Eli Roth, the film is based on a screenplay written by Jeff Rendell, with Roth and Rendell collaborating on this captivating story. The production is directed by Roth, Roger Birnbaum and Jeff Rendell, who filmed the terror through the lens of cinematographer Milan Chadima.
For director Eli Roth, going from a fake trailer in Grindhouse to a feature-length horror film was a labor of love. The adaptation project began after the trailer was created, with Roth and Rendell working on the script over the years. Updates on the film's development, including the involvement of Jon Watts and Christopher D. Ford in the script, have left fans eagerly anticipating the on-screen realization of Roth's terrifying vision. Thanksgiving marks Roth's departure from his other projects, as he has concentrated on bringing this chilling creation to fruition. Spyglass Media Group took the helm as the film's producer. As the film took shape, the announcement of the cast added to the excitement. In February 2023, Patrick Dempsey and Addison Rae were the first to join the ensemble, followed by Jalen Thomas Brooks, Nell Verlaque and Milo Manheim. In March 2023, the cast expanded further with the arrival of Rick Hoffman, Gina Gershon, Tim Dillon, Gabriel Davenport, Tomaso Sanelli and Jenna Warren, creating a dynamic and talented ensemble that brought the script to life.
Principal photography for Thanksgiving took place in Toronto and Hamilton, Ontario, from March 13 to May 5, 2023, capturing the haunting atmosphere of a city gripped by fear. The meticulous work and attention to detail during filming paved the way for a cinematic experience that transcends the usual horror films. Since its release on November 17, 2023, Thanksgiving has proven to be a box-office success, grossing $16.9 million in the U.S. and Canada, as well as an additional $2.4 million in other territories, accumulating a worldwide total of $19.3 million as of November 23, 2023. Its debut alongside other major titles proved its strength, grossing $3.8 million on its first day, including $1 million from Thursday night previews.
Thanksgiving is a cinematic experience that takes viewers on a thrilling journey through terror-stricken Plymouth. Eli Roth's vision has come to life, offering a Thanksgiving celebration unlike any other - a horror feast that will linger in viewers' minds long after the credits roll.
Synopsis:
One year after a Black Friday turned into chaos, a mysterious killer takes inspiration from the traditional Thanksgiving holiday and terrorizes the town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, birthplace of the famous festival. As resident after resident is eliminated, the seemingly random murders reveal a larger, more sinister plan. Will the townspeople discover the killer and survive the holiday... or become guests at his twisted Thanksgiving dinner?
Thanksgiving
Directed by Eli Roth
Screenplay by Jeff Rendell
Story by Eli Roth, Jeff Rendell
Based on Thanksgiving by Eli Roth, Jeff Rendell
Produced by Eli Roth, Roger Birnbaum, Jeff Rendell
Starring Patrick Dempsey, Addison Rae, Milo Manheim, Jalen Thomas Brooks, Nell Verlaque Rick Hoffman, Gina Gershon
Cinematography : Milan Chadima
Edited by Michele Conroy, Michel Aller
Music by Brandon Roberts
Production companies : Spyglass Media Group, Dragonfly Entertainment, Electromagnetic Productions
Distributed by TriStar Pictures (United States)
Release date : November 17, 2023
Running time : 106 minutes
24 ноя 2023
