If macabre beauty was the intention, then HELLBENDER seems to have hit its mark. Plus, it’s giving Carrie teas without the prom and William Katt’s 70s hair helmet. Directed and written by Toby Poser, Zelda Adams and John Adams, HELLBENDER tells the tale:
Izzy leads an isolated life, locked away from the world by her protective mother who has convinced her she has a “chronic illness.” After sneaking into town, Izzy plays a cruel drinking game with a new friend that unleashes a deep-rooted taste for blood. Confused and scared, Izzy questions her mom. But Mom’s secrets are as old and dark as the bloodline from which they’re born, and its grip is tight. Izzy’s true nature can only sleep for so long, though, and when it wakes, it’s hungry as hell….
The film stars: Zelda Adams, Toby Poser, Lulu Adams and John Adams. This is another one that has been well-received by some of heavy hitters out there.
Although, I’m not the biggest fan of witch tales, but I am struck by the beauty of the film’s lighting and cinematography, so I will definitely give it a shot.
HELLBENDER available on VOD, DIGITAL HD, and DVD July 26th.