Haunted paintings have a long history in horror cinema and literature, but this Gothic tale sees début director Simon Ross, working from a script by David Griffiths (who wrote William Friedkin’s The Hunted), take the idea in a different direction. Here the painting is both a force in itself and a metaphor for what is left behind when a person’s body remains but the mind which once inhabited it is gone.
Alex Debose (Ryan Kwanten) is such a man. A little way into the film, through which he drifts on autopilot, guided by wife Sofia (Natalia Cordova-Buckley), we learn that he has suffered an accident, leaving him with brain damage which doctors believe to be permanent. The accident occurred when the couple were arguing, adding to Sofia’s burden of guilt. Friends and strangers alike advise her that she needs to let go and allow him to be cared for in.
Alex Debose (Ryan Kwanten) is such a man. A little way into the film, through which he drifts on autopilot, guided by wife Sofia (Natalia Cordova-Buckley), we learn that he has suffered an accident, leaving him with brain damage which doctors believe to be permanent. The accident occurred when the couple were arguing, adding to Sofia’s burden of guilt. Friends and strangers alike advise her that she needs to let go and allow him to be cared for in.
- 12/12/2023
- by Jennie Kermode
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Despite the odd cliche, a thriller with an unnerving picture at its core is coated with unsettling energy and a standout performance from Mexican actor Natalia Córdova-Buckley
Simon Ross’s capable debut can be hung in a gallery of films featuring unnerving paintings, from The Picture of Dorian Gray to Ghostbusters 2 and In the Mouth of Madness. Wife turned carer Sofia (Natalia Córdova-Buckley) stumbles across an uncanny canvas in the attic of the mansion to which she has brought her catatonic husband Alex (Ryan Kwanten); it is supposedly a self-portrait of his great-grandfather, but she is startled to find that it is a spitting image of Alex. While this gothic chestnut, and the psychodrama that follows – with Sofia unsure how much is the product of her own under-siege mind – feel familiar, Ross injects them with a troubling inner turbulence that bodes well for him.
Apparently a doting, endlessly patient spouse,...
Simon Ross’s capable debut can be hung in a gallery of films featuring unnerving paintings, from The Picture of Dorian Gray to Ghostbusters 2 and In the Mouth of Madness. Wife turned carer Sofia (Natalia Córdova-Buckley) stumbles across an uncanny canvas in the attic of the mansion to which she has brought her catatonic husband Alex (Ryan Kwanten); it is supposedly a self-portrait of his great-grandfather, but she is startled to find that it is a spitting image of Alex. While this gothic chestnut, and the psychodrama that follows – with Sofia unsure how much is the product of her own under-siege mind – feel familiar, Ross injects them with a troubling inner turbulence that bodes well for him.
Apparently a doting, endlessly patient spouse,...
- 12/6/2023
- by Phil Hoad
- The Guardian - Film News
What happened to Calvin?
The first trailer for psychological horror movie The Portrait asks this very question, setting the stage for a hallucinatory trip that sees its lead questioning her own mind. Now, Bloody Disgusting has an exclusive clip that looks back at a handful of tragedies.
The psychological ghost story is written by David Griffiths (The Hunted) and will mark the feature directorial debut for Simon Ross.
In the film, “After her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.”
The Portrait stars Natalia Cordova-Buckley (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,” “Bates Motel”), Ryan Kwanten (Glorious, “True Blood”), Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen (Candyman), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (“The Passage”) and Isidora Goreshter (Clara’s Ghost).
The Portrait was produced by Christian de Gallegos Films.
The first trailer for psychological horror movie The Portrait asks this very question, setting the stage for a hallucinatory trip that sees its lead questioning her own mind. Now, Bloody Disgusting has an exclusive clip that looks back at a handful of tragedies.
The psychological ghost story is written by David Griffiths (The Hunted) and will mark the feature directorial debut for Simon Ross.
In the film, “After her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.”
The Portrait stars Natalia Cordova-Buckley (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,” “Bates Motel”), Ryan Kwanten (Glorious, “True Blood”), Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen (Candyman), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (“The Passage”) and Isidora Goreshter (Clara’s Ghost).
The Portrait was produced by Christian de Gallegos Films.
- 12/4/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
"You've seen him, haven't you?" "Seen whom?" Saban Films has revealed the trailer for horror mystery film The Portrait made in the UK, directed by filmmaker Simon Ross as his feature directorial debut. It will be heading to VOD directly to watch this fall if anyone wants to take a look. After her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was; but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it's possessed or if she's losing her mind. As with many horror films about grief, she must confront her deepest fears and unravel the unsettling truth before it's too late... Starring Natalia Cordova-Buckley, Ryan Kwanten, Isidora Goreshter, with Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Virginia Madsen. This looks creepy, reminds me of The Night House, though not as unique or scary. // Continue Reading ›...
- 11/2/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
What happened to Calvin?
A new trailer for psychological horror movie The Portrait asks this very question, setting the stage for a hallucinatory trip that sees its lead questioning her own mind.
Head over to Deadline to watch the trailer now.
The psychological ghost story is written by David Griffiths (The Hunted) and will mark the feature directorial debut for Simon Ross.
In the film, “After her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.”
The Portrait stars Natalia Cordova-Buckley, Ryan Kwanten, Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen (Candyman), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (“The Passage”) and Isidora Goreshter (Clara’s Ghost).
The Portrait was produced by Christian de Gallegos Films. Simon Ross executive produces alongside Oliver Brown and Keith Haviland.
A new trailer for psychological horror movie The Portrait asks this very question, setting the stage for a hallucinatory trip that sees its lead questioning her own mind.
Head over to Deadline to watch the trailer now.
The psychological ghost story is written by David Griffiths (The Hunted) and will mark the feature directorial debut for Simon Ross.
In the film, “After her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.”
The Portrait stars Natalia Cordova-Buckley, Ryan Kwanten, Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen (Candyman), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (“The Passage”) and Isidora Goreshter (Clara’s Ghost).
The Portrait was produced by Christian de Gallegos Films. Simon Ross executive produces alongside Oliver Brown and Keith Haviland.
- 2/9/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Here’s a first look at psychological horror The Portrait, starring Natalia Cordova-Buckley (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Ryan Kwanten (True Blood), Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen (Candyman), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Saved By The Bell) and Isidora Goreshter (Shameless).
Written by David Griffiths (The Hunted), the movie is a ghost story directed by Simon Ross who makes his feature debut.
In The Portrait, after her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.
Pic is produced by Christian de Gallegos Films and David Griffiths Films. Executive producers are Oliver Brown, Keith Haviland and Simon Ross.
Natalia Cordova-Buckley is repped by Hyperion and Spellbound Entertainment. Ryan Kwanten is repped by Verve. Virginia Madsen is repped by Buchwald and Untitled. Mark-Paul...
Written by David Griffiths (The Hunted), the movie is a ghost story directed by Simon Ross who makes his feature debut.
In The Portrait, after her husband is devastated by a tragic accident, a devoted wife obsesses over a mysterious portrait that resembles him as he was, but when it starts to terrorize her, she must decide if it’s possessed or if she’s losing her mind.
Pic is produced by Christian de Gallegos Films and David Griffiths Films. Executive producers are Oliver Brown, Keith Haviland and Simon Ross.
Natalia Cordova-Buckley is repped by Hyperion and Spellbound Entertainment. Ryan Kwanten is repped by Verve. Virginia Madsen is repped by Buchwald and Untitled. Mark-Paul...
- 2/6/2023
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
The Bourne film franchise is a series of action thriller films based on the character Jason Bourne, a CIA assassin who suffers from amnesia.
The franchise began with the release of “The Bourne Identity” in 2002, followed by “The Bourne Supremacy” in 2004, then “The Bourne Ultimatum” in 2007, and “The Bourne Legacy” in 2012. In 2016, a fifth installment, titled Jason Bourne, was released.
The films were highly praised for their direction, acting, storylines, and action sequences. The first film in the franchise was directed by Doug Liman, while Tony Gilroy helmed the fourth, and Paul Greengrass directed the remaining films in the Bourne series.
Matt Damon portrayed Jason Bourne in four of the movies listed below.
“The Bourne Identity” was met with critical acclaim and grossed over 214 million worldwide. “The Bourne Supremacy” was also well-received by critics and was a commercial success, grossing over 290 million worldwide. “The Bourne Ultimatum” garnered even more praise...
The franchise began with the release of “The Bourne Identity” in 2002, followed by “The Bourne Supremacy” in 2004, then “The Bourne Ultimatum” in 2007, and “The Bourne Legacy” in 2012. In 2016, a fifth installment, titled Jason Bourne, was released.
The films were highly praised for their direction, acting, storylines, and action sequences. The first film in the franchise was directed by Doug Liman, while Tony Gilroy helmed the fourth, and Paul Greengrass directed the remaining films in the Bourne series.
Matt Damon portrayed Jason Bourne in four of the movies listed below.
“The Bourne Identity” was met with critical acclaim and grossed over 214 million worldwide. “The Bourne Supremacy” was also well-received by critics and was a commercial success, grossing over 290 million worldwide. “The Bourne Ultimatum” garnered even more praise...
- 7/5/2022
- by Israr
- buddytv.com
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