‘Terrifier’ Director Damien Leone Heads to a Studio for Next Film ‘Tortures of the Damned,’ with Sam Raimi Producing
Damien Leone, known for the 'Terrifier' franchise, is set to direct a new film titled 'Tortures of the Damned' at Lionsgate, with Sam Raimi producing. This original project will follow Leone's work on 'Terrifier 4,' which is currently in pre-production. Despite the gruesome nature of his previous films, Lionsgate is excited to partner with Leone, highlighting his unique vision in the horror genre.
- ▪Damien Leone will direct 'Tortures of the Damned' at Lionsgate, with Sam Raimi producing.
- ▪The film is an original project and not part of the 'Terrifier' franchise.
- ▪Leone's previous films have gained a cult following, with the second 'Terrifier' film grossing $15.8 million worldwide.
- ▪Lionsgate's president expressed excitement about partnering with Leone, calling him a true genre auteur.
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One of the bigger indie horror success stories in recent years is going to a major studio. Damien Leone, the director behind the box office darling “Terrifier” franchise, will make his next film at Lionsgate and is teaming with horror legend Sam Raimi to make it. But rather than Lionsgate picking up the franchise or the next “Terrifier” film, it will be an original project called “Tortures of the Damned,” which Leone is writing, directing, and producing. Plot details are being kept under wraps. “Tortures of the Damned” will be Leone’s next project after he completes “Terrifier 4,” which is currently in pre-production.
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