Any old large mansions have history. With The Banishing, the story is haunting with a vengeful spirit living in its corridors as a priest’s family fails to acknowledge the signs.
From the director Christopher Smith (Creep), The Banishing is a ghostly tale that stars Jessica Brown Findlay (Brave New World, Harlots), John Hefferman (Eye in the Sky, Official Secrets), Adam Hugill (1917, Sherwood), with John Lynch (Black Death, The Secret Garden) and Sean Harris (Mission: Impossible—Rogue Nation, Harry Brown). The script is written by David Beton, Ray Bogdanovich, and Dean Lines.
Here’s the full synopsis:
The Banishing is the true story of the most haunted house in England. A young reverend, his wife, and daughter move into a manor with a horrifying secret. When a vengeful spirit haunts the little girl and threatens to tear the family apart, the reverend and his wife are forced to confront their beliefs. They must turn to black magic by seeking the help of a famous Occultist…or risk losing their daughter.
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LRM Online’s Gig Patta spoke with director Christopher Smith on developing a period haunting film with its mansion, creepy corridors, and mirror effects.
Christopher Smith is known for directing television episodes for Labyrinth, Curfew, Alex Rider, and Temple. He started in the horror genre with films such as Severance, Triangle, and Black Death. Also, he directed the action thriller film Detour that starred Tye Sheridan, Emory Cohen, and Bel Powley.
The Banishing is available on VOD, digitally, DVD, and Blu-ray this Tuesday, November 2.
Watch the exclusive interview with director Christopher Smith below. Let us know what you think of it.
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Source: LRM Online Exclusive, RLJE Films, Shudder
