Uncork’d Entertainment has unleashed The Beast Inside, a female-driven horror film about a fierce female protagonist who refuses to be victimized by the dark forces that threaten her and her family.
Written by and starring horror veteran Sadie Katz, known for Wrong Turn 6: The Last Resort, the Blood Feast remake, and The Amityville Harvest, The Beast Inside tells the story of Anne, a woman possessed by a demonic entity. Anne is forced to take matters into her own hands. She must perform an exorcism on herself while trying to protect her young son from the evil threatening their lives.
The film explores themes of trauma and the reality that women are often dismissed or disbelieved in moments of crisis. This amplifies Katz performance and her character’s fight for survival.
“In 2023, female representation in the film hit a ten-year low, despite women helming major blockbusters. Independent films, particularly in horror, allow women to play more than just the girlfriend or wife,” says Katz. “As a mother, I feared passing on addiction or mental illness to my son, which inspired the idea of a family demon—exploring both guilt and fear. I love exorcism films because they feel the most real, but I’ve never seen a self-exorcism movie, and that fresh take on the genre excites me.”
Directed by Jim Towns (Killer Ex), the film also stars Vernon Wells (Mad Max) and Laurene Landon (Argamon’s Gate). Katz, who co-wrote the screenplay with Towns, also produced the film through her company See You Next Tuesday Films, which she founded to create stories with strong, complex female characters in horror. Katz’s mission is to redefine representation in the genre, showcasing women who stand and fight rather than stereotypical roles.
Additionally, Randy Edelman, renowned for his iconic scores in blockbuster films such as The Mask, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, and Anaconda, joined The Beast Inside as the composer, bringing his legendary touch to the horror thriller. With decades of experience crafting unforgettable soundscapes, Edelman’s involvement elevated the film’s emotional and atmospheric intensity.
Watch the thrilling film The Beast Inside now on digital and On Demand.
