Hellraiser (2022 film)

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Hellraiser
Directed byDavid Bruckner
Screenplay byBen Collins
Luke Piotrowski
Story byDavid S. Goyer
Based onThe Hellbound Heart
by Clive Barker
Produced by
  • David S. Goyer
  • Keith Levine
  • Clive Barker
  • Marc Toberoff
Starring
Production
companies
Distributed byHulu
Release date
  • 2022 (2022)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Hellraiser is an upcoming American horror film directed by David Bruckner, with a screenplay by Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski, from a screen story by David S. Goyer. Intended to serve as a reboot of Clive Barker's 1987 film of the same name and the eleventh installment overall of the Hellraiser franchise, the film will adhere closely to the source material novella by Clive Barker, The Hellbound Heart. The film stars Odessa A'zion and Jamie Clayton. The project is a co-production between Spyglass Media Group and Phantom Four Films.

Hellraiser is scheduled to be released exclusively on Hulu in 2022.

Cast[]

Additionally, Brandon Flynn, Goran Višnjić, Drew Starkey, Adam Faison, Aoife Hinds, Selina Lo, and Hiam Abbass have been cast in undisclosed roles.[2]

Production[]

Development[]

In October 2006, Clive Barker announced through his official website that he would be writing the script to a forthcoming remake of the original Hellraiser film, to be produced by Dimension Films.[3][4][5] French director Pascal Laugier was set to direct the film[6][7] but was later taken off the project due to creative differences with the producers;[8][9] Laugier wanted his film to be a very serious take whereas the producers wanted the film to be more commercial and appeal to a teen audience.[10] In October 2010, it was officially announced that Patrick Lussier and Todd Farmer were to direct and write, respectively, a reboot of the Hellraiser franchise. The film's story would have differed from the original film, as Lussier and Farmer did not want to retell the original story out of respect for Barker's work. The film was to instead focus on the world and function of the puzzle box. However, in 2011, Farmer confirmed that both he and Lussier were dropped from the project.[11][12]

In October 2013, Barker announced that he would be directing and writing the film; Doug Bradley was to return in his role as Pinhead.[13] A year later, Barker stated that a second draft of the script was completed and described the film as a "very loose" remake of the original film, but said that he may not direct the film.[14] In March 2017, Barker said that the film's "script was written and delivered to Dimension years ago. That was the last anyone heard until news of a sequel surfaced".[15] After the successful release of the 2018 horror sequel Halloween, Miramax Films confirmed that it was considering beginning production on new installments to the Hellraiser franchise.[16]

Pre-production[]

In May 2019, Gary Barber announced that Spyglass Media Group would be developing a new remake of Hellraiser to be written and co-produced by David S. Goyer.[17][18] In April 2020, David Bruckner was reported to direct the remake, with Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski writing the script after having previously collaborated with Bruckner on The Night House (2020) in which Goyer also produced.[19] In June 2021, it was reported that Odessa A'zion was cast in the lead role.[1] In a July 2021 interview with Entertainment Weekly, it was revealed that the film's producers auditioned drag performer Gottmik for the role of Pinhead, after Gottmik showed off a Pinhead-inspired look for a horror-themed runway, on RuPaul's Drag Race.[20][21]

Filming[]

In September 2021, Goyer announced that the production crew was "in the midst of" filming, confirming that principal photography had commenced.[22] In October 2021, after filming wrapped, Jamie Clayton was revealed to have portrayed Pinhead, while Brandon Flynn, Goran Višnjić, Drew Starkey, Adam Faison, Aoife Hinds, Selina Lo, and Hiam Abbass were added to the supporting cast.[23]

Release[]

Hellraiser is scheduled to be exclusively released on the streaming service, Hulu in 2022 as a Hulu original film.[24][22]

References[]

  1. ^ a b Nebens, Richard (June 15, 2021). "Hellraiser: Odessa A'zion to Star in Upcoming Horror Reboot (Exclusive)". Dread Central. Retrieved November 5, 2021.
  2. ^ a b D'Alessandro, Alexander (October 7, 2021). "'Hellraiser': Jamie Clayton To Play Pinhead As Spyglass-Hulu Movie Sets Cast, Clive Barker To Produce". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
  3. ^ "The Official Clive Barker Website – Revelations Interview 15". www.clivebarker.info.
  4. ^ Clive Barker remaking Hellraiser Archived 2008-02-22 at the Wayback Machine – Fangoria news, 20 October 2006
  5. ^ "Hellraiser back from dead". Variety. November 8, 2006.
  6. ^ Darren Rea (March 17, 2009). "Pascal Laugier (Director / Writer) – Martyrs". Review Graveyard. Review Graveyard. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  7. ^ "EXCL: Barker Praises Laugier, Talks Pinhead Design". shocktillyoudrop.com. February 13, 2009. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  8. ^ "Saint Ange". Moria – The science fiction, horror and fantasy movie review site. June 7, 2009. Archived from the original on May 20, 2010. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  9. ^ "Clive Barker Says Pascal Laugier is Off the Hellraiser Remake". Firstshowing.net. June 4, 2009. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  10. ^ "AICN HORROR talks with writer/ director Pascal Laugier about MARTYRS, the HELLRAISER remake, and his new film THE TALL MAN!!!". Ain't It Cool News.
  11. ^ "Exclusive: Hellraiser Remake & Halloween 3D Updates". Horror-Movies.ca.
  12. ^ "'Hellraiser' Remake Is Stalling Again". ShockTillYouDrop. Archived from the original on October 29, 2013.
  13. ^ "Clive Barker Writing Hellraiser Reboot For Dimension". Archived from the original on May 3, 2016.
  14. ^ "Clive Barker Is Back From The Dead".
  15. ^ Clive Barker [@RealCliveBarker] (March 18, 2017). "A: The script was written and delivered to Dimension years ago. That was the last anyone heard until news of a sequ…" (Tweet). Retrieved August 21, 2021 – via Twitter.
  16. ^ "Blumhouse Is Considering New Scream And Hellraiser Movies". CinemaBlend. February 18, 2019. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  17. ^ "'Hellraiser' Reboot in the Works With David S. Goyer to Write". The Hollywood Reporter. May 6, 2019. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  18. ^ McNary, Dave (May 6, 2019). "'Hellraiser' Revival in the Works With 'Dark Knight' Writer David S. Goyer". Variety. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  19. ^ Kit, Borys (April 10, 2020). "Spyglass' 'Hellraiser' Reboot Finds Its Writing/Directing Team (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  20. ^ Nolfi, Joey (July 20, 2021). "RuPaul's Drag Race star Gottmik auditioned for Pinhead in new Hellraiser movie". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
  21. ^ Ryan, Danielle (July 21, 2021). "'Hellraiser' Remake Auditioned 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Star After Horror-Themed Runway Look". SlashFilm. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
  22. ^ a b Lawrence, Gregory (September 14, 2021). "David S. Goyer Tells Us the New 'Hellraiser' Movie Is "Terrifying," "Amazing," "Jaw-Dropping"". Collider. Retrieved September 21, 2021.
  23. ^ Lang, Brent (October 7, 2021). "'Hellraiser' Reboot Unveils Full Cast, Including Jamie Clayton as Pinhead". Variety. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
  24. ^ Tubbs, Juniper (May 25, 2021). "Hulu Acquires Hellraiser Remake". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved August 21, 2021.

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