Actress Tatiana Maslany, known for her roles in Orphan Black and She-Hulk, returns to collaborate with writer and director Osgood Perkins on his latest original horror film, Keeper. This project marks another creative partnership following their work together on the Stephen King adaptation The Monkey. The film also stars Rossif Sutherland, who is recognized as the son of Donald Sutherland and brother of Kiefer Sutherland, adding further depth to the cast.
Plot and Promotion Remain Under Wraps as NEON Releases Trailer
Distributed by NEON, Keeper has been promoted with a minimalist strategy, offering few details beyond a newly released trailer. Summer reports from industry outlets revealed that the film centers on a couple who escape to a remote cabin for a romantic anniversary weekend. When Malcolm, played by Sutherland, unexpectedly returns to the city, Liz, portrayed by Maslany, is left isolated and confronts a sinister force that exposes the cabin’s dark and terrifying secrets.
Critical Acclaim Highlights Perkins’ Skill in Crafting Unease
Oscar-winning filmmaker Bong Joon-ho, known for Parasite and Mickey 17, expressed his reaction to Keeper, praising Perkins’ talent for generating intense uneasiness. He stated,
“Jesus…Perkins has a natural talent for discomfort. Discomfort becomes anxiety, then transforms into fear,”
offering a notable endorsement of the film’s atmospheric approach.
Continued Partnership Between Perkins and NEON Promises More Projects
Following Keeper, Perkins and NEON plan to collaborate again on his next feature, Young People. This upcoming film reunites Maslany with Perkins for their third project together and features a diverse cast, including Lola Tung, Nico Parker, Brendan Hines, Cush Jumbo, Heather Graham, Johnny Knoxville, Lexi Minetree, and Lily Collias. This ongoing association reinforces Perkins’ standing as a notable voice in contemporary suspense and horror filmmaking.
Theatrical Release and Anticipation for ‘Keeper’
Keeper is scheduled to premiere in theaters on November 14, inviting audiences to experience its unsettling narrative firsthand. The film’s limited promotional material and enigmatic mood have generated significant interest among horror enthusiasts. Given Perkins’ reputation and the evocative performances from Maslany and Sutherland, the movie is positioned to make a strong impression within the Osgood Perkins horror film catalogue and the genre at large.
