Get ready for a blood-soaked blast from the past! Freestyle Digital Media, a division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, is bringing you Director’s Cut. This retro-style horror/slasher flick pays homage to the golden age of ’80s and ’90s horror.
Director’s Cut is a riotous throwback serving a healthy dose of nostalgia alongside its gory thrills. The film stars the ever-versatile Louis Lombardi, known for his roles in “The Sopranos,” “Suicide Kings,” and “24,” as a mysterious and murderous sociopath. He preys on the desperate ambitions of a punk band yearning for their big break.
A Killer Video
The story kicks off with a Long Island punk band eager to make their mark on the music scene. They connect with a seemingly generous director via social media, who offers to shoot their first music video for free. So, driven by their hunger for fame, they venture deep into the Pennsylvania woods, hoping to create a killer music video.
However, after a night of heavy drinking with the director, the band wakes up to find a different persona on set. Egos clash, opinions collide, and the director unveils a terrifying anger and an obsessive need for total control. As his professional facade crumbles, so does his sanity. The unhinged director and his disturbed assistant turn the band members into the unwitting stars of their own snuff film.
A Talented Casy and Crew
The talented cast features Louis Lombardi, Lucy Hart, Tyler Ivey, Danielle Kotch, and Greg Poppa. Louis Rocky Bacigalupo, Brandy Ochoa, Haley Cassidy, and Darrin Hickok round out the cast.
Written and directed by Don Capria, Director’s Cut is produced by Anthony Carpenito and Paul Travers. Noah Marks, Louis Lombardi, Brett Marks, Don Capria, and Joseph LaManna also produce.
“I wrote ‘Director’s Cut’ as a band drama and drove the characters into a deadly situation. This person they meet, Mister Director, represents the evil in the music business,” said filmmaker Don Capria. “Director’s Cut is a cautionary tale to the youth of today to mind your surroundings and tread carefully when you are seeking fame and fortune – there are some dangerous people out there waiting for you, especially in the entertainment industry.”
Freestyle Digital Media negotiated the deal to acquire “Director’s Cut” directly with filmmaker Don Capria, ensuring this retro-infused horror gem will reach audiences eager to taste classic slasher mayhem. Get ready for a wild ride filled with suspense, gore, and a chilling reminder of the entertainment industry’s dark side.
Out This March
Starting March 18, 2025, this wild ride will be available to rent or own on all major North American digital HD platforms and on DVD. For more on the film, please visit its official website.
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