As the Halloween season approaches, the horror genre is set to welcome a new entrant that promises plenty of terror and suspense. The trailer for Dark Harvest has finally been unveiled, offering a glimpse into a horrifying Halloween legend that is set to grip audiences this October. Directed by the renowned David Slade, known for his works such as Hard Candy and 30 Days of Night, this film is an adaptation of Norman Partridge’s chilling novel.
The newly released trailer plunges viewers into the eerie atmosphere of Halloween in 1963, in a cursed town where the annual harvest transforms into a brutal fight for survival. As the legend of Sawtooth Jack comes to life, the town’s children find themselves in grave danger. The trailer teases the intense battle that ensues, with groups of people uniting to confront the murderous scarecrow before the stroke of midnight.
Central to the narrative is Richie, a rebellious youngster who joins the frantic hunt, spurred by his brother’s previous victory over the scarecrow. As the hunt unfolds, Richie stumbles upon a shocking secret that threatens to alter the town’s fate forever. The trailer hints at the pivotal choices Richie must make to possibly break the relentless cycle of horror that grips the town.
The film showcases a remarkable cast, including Elizabeth Reaser, known for her role in The Haunting of Hill House, Jeremy Davies from the Hannibal series, Luke Kirby, Casey Likes, and Emyri Crutchfield. Their performances promise to bring depth and intensity to this spine-chilling tale.
Prepare yourself for a night of terror and suspense as Dark Harvest makes its debut at Alamo Drafthouse Theaters on October 11, for one night only, before its digital release on October 13. The film, which promises to blend fall vibes with small-town evil, has been rated R for its strong horror violence and gore, language throughout, and brief drug use.
