Catalyst Studios is set to captivate audiences with their latest gothic horror film, BROKEN BIRD, which will be released in UK cinemas starting 30th August 2024. The film is poised to make a grand entrance with its world premiere at the Odeon Leicester Square in London, serving as the opening feature for this year's Pigeon Shrine FrightFest.
BROKEN BIRD marks the feature directorial debut of Joanne Mitchell, a seasoned horror storyteller with nearly 15 years of experience in the genre. The film is a full-length adaptation of the 2018 award-winning short film SYBIL, co-created with Tracey Sheals, and features a screenplay by Dominic Brunt.
The story of BROKEN BIRD revolves around Sybil Chamberlain, a quiet and creative individual with a penchant for taxidermy and poetry. Working in a funeral parlor, Sybil finds comfort in the company of the deceased, who seem to understand her in ways the living cannot. Her life took a tragic turn at the age of ten when a devastating accident claimed the lives of her beloved family, leaving her to grapple with profound loneliness.
As the narrative unfolds, Sybil's reality begins to unravel, and her dark desires become increasingly insatiable. Her fascination with the dead takes a sinister turn, leading to a horrific gothic climax where she finds a twisted sense of happiness and contentment among the deceased.
Rebecca Calder, known for her roles in Kandahar and Memory, delivers a riveting performance as Sybil, capturing the character's eccentricities and unsettling behavior with nuance. The film also features an impressive supporting cast, including James Fleet (Four Weddings & a Funeral), Sacharissa Claxton (Avenue 5), and Jay Taylor (Misfits).
With BROKEN BIRD, Catalyst Studios offers a haunting exploration of loneliness and the human psyche's darkest corners. As the film prepares to hit UK cinemas, audiences can anticipate a beautifully disturbing cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
