‘Enola Holmes’ Star Susan Wokoma, ‘Harry Potter’ Alum Jessie Cave to Lead ‘Curse in a Frame,’ Inspired by Viral True Story About ‘Haunted’ Painting (EXCLUSIVE)
The upcoming film 'Curse in a Frame' features Susan Wokoma and Jessie Cave, inspired by a viral story about a haunted painting. The film blends comedy, horror, and satire, set in Hastings, where the original story gained notoriety. Directed by Maria Pawlikowska, it explores themes of belief and ambition amidst local folklore.
- ▪The film is inspired by a true story about a cursed painting discovered in a charity shop in Hastings.
- ▪Susan Wokoma and Jessie Cave lead the cast, marking Cave's return to film after nearly a decade.
- ▪The film is produced by New State Pictures and aims to blend humor with unsettling themes.
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Home Film Global Apr 28, 2026 6:10am PT ‘Enola Holmes’ Star Susan Wokoma, ‘Harry Potter’ Alum Jessie Cave to Lead ‘Curse in a Frame,’ Inspired by Viral True Story About ‘Haunted’ Painting (EXCLUSIVE) By Alex Ritman Plus Icon Alex Ritman @alexritman Latest ‘Slow Horses’ Banner See-Saw Signs $50 Million Multi-Year Film Financing Deal With Entourage Ventures (EXCLUSIVE) 6 hours ago Javier Bardem Gets Cannes Love for ‘The Beloved,’ Landing 7-Minute Ovation 9 hours ago Jaime King and Natasha Lyonne Team for ‘Pet Sematary’ Director Mary Lambert’s Dark Comedy Thriller ‘Darlene’ (EXCLUSIVE) 14 hours ago See All Images supplied by New State Pictures A real-life story about a supposedly cursed painting has inspired an upcoming U.K.
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