Heads up, horror fans! The latest chilling film from director Rob Savage (Host, Dashcam, The Boogeyman) is shaping up to be a must-see! The film, an adaptation of “Incidents Around the House” by Josh Malerman (Bird Box), has found both its young lead and its title: Other Mommy.
Eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark (The Housemaid) will play the film’s young star. Clark joins Dichen Lachman (Severance, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), as well as heavy hitters Jessica Chastain and Jay Duplass, making for one inspiring ensemble!
A Dream Team & A Chilling Premise
Genre powerhouses are producing this film, Atomic Monster (James Wan’s company), Blumhouse, and Spin a Black Yarn, all for Universal Pictures. Talk about a dream team ready to deliver some serious scares!
The script was written by Nathan Elston (Succession). James Wan is on board as a producer, continuing his reign as a titan in the horror genre. The executive producing team includes Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Macdara Kelleher, Rob Savage, Josh Malerman, and Ryan Lewis. Alayna Glasthal is the executive overseeing the film for Atomic Monster.
What’s “Other Mommy” About?
While we know the film is stacked with talent, what’s the book (and film) actually about? Published in 2024, the story revolves around an eight-year-old girl named Bela (Arabella Olivia Clark). Bela lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls “Other Mommy.”
Although she initially believes “Other Mommy” is her friend, the relationship takes a terrifying turn. When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking, “Can I go inside your heart?”, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family. It’s a haunted house tale told from the unique and unsettling perspective of a young girl, bringing a fresh angle to the subgenre. Sounds spooky, right?
With such a powerhouse cast and creative team, Other Mommy is definitely one to keep on your radar!
