Today, RLJE Films and Shudder unveiled the official trailer for Abraham’s Boys: A Dracula Story, set to hit theaters this July! This isn’t just another vampire flick; it’s a fresh, terrifying take on classic lore, seen through a whole new lens.
Directed by Natasha Kermani (Lucky, Imitation Girl) and based on a chilling short story by horror maestro Joe Hill (NOS4A2, The Black Phone), Abraham’s Boys reimagines vampire lore by diving deep into the haunted legacy of none other than legendary vampire hunter Van Helsing himself. The film promises a potent blend of gothic horror with a modern, unsettling exploration of generational trauma.
The Story?
The synopsis reveals a compelling new angle: the film follows Max and Rudy Van Helsing, who have spent their lives under the strict and overprotective rule of their father, Abraham. Unaware of his dark past, they struggle to understand his paranoia and increasingly erratic behavior. But when they begin to uncover the violent truths behind their father’s history with Dracula, their world unravels, forcing them to confront the terrifying legacy they were never meant to inherit.
This sounds like a fantastic way to explore the lingering effects of the battle against Dracula, not just on Van Helsing, but on his unsuspecting descendants.
A Killer Cast
The film features a strong cast ready to bring this dark tale to life. Titus Welliver (“Bosch,” The Town) stars as the titular Abraham Van Helsing. The cast also includes Jocelin Donahue (The House of the Devil, Doctor Sleep), Aurora Perrineau (When They See Us, Passengers), Judah Mackey (The Starling), and Brady Hepner (The Black Phone, Fall).
With Natasha Kermani’s proven ability to craft tense and thought-provoking horror and Joe Hill’s knack for twisted narratives, Abraham’s Boys: A Dracula Story is shaping up to be a must-see for horror fans this summer.
Get ready to uncover the secrets of the Van Helsing family when the film bares its teeth in theaters on July 11th, from Shudder and RLJE Films.
