Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder are set to headline
“Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,”
a highly anticipated slasher film to be directed by Jane Schoenbrun. Announced for production in the summer, this project marks a significant new chapter for Gillian Anderson, well-known for her iconic roles and now taking on a fresh genre alongside the acclaimed “Hacks” star. Produced by Plan B and financed by Mubi, the film is gearing up to captivate audiences in North America, Latin America, the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Austria, Benelux, Turkey, India, Australia, and New Zealand, with The Match Factory handling remaining international sales.
The plot of
“Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma”
centers on a reboot of the notorious Camp Miasma slasher franchise. A new director becomes intrigued by the enigmatic actress, the original “final girl,” whose performance has haunted fans for decades. As fascination deepens, a new form of horror is unleashed, turning the lake’s stillness into a stage for terror. Gillian Anderson’s presence in the film adds notable gravitas, promising a performance that will elevate this chilling reboot and draw both longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise.
Director Jane Schoenbrun, who received widespread recognition for the psychological horror “I Saw the TV Glow,” expressed excitement for the project, describing it as a “sleepover classic” and a wild, cozy midnight journey that she wished had existed during her childhood. Schoenbrun stated,
“I couldn’t be more excited to be heading to sleepaway camp this summer with the mad comic genius Hannah Einbinder, the legendary Gillian Anderson, and the daring folks at Mubi and Plan B, who by greenlighting this movie have summoned a plague-like flood of blood, guts, and various other fluids to rain down on us all.”
Jane Schoenbrun, a non-binary filmmaker and writer, has built a reputation for pushing the boundaries of psychological horror. Their past works, including
“We’re All Going to the World’s Fair,”
have earned them critical acclaim, with “I Saw the TV Glow” nominated for six Independent Spirit Awards and three Gotham Awards. Schoenbrun’s distinctive approach to storytelling is expected to lend
“Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma”
a unique edge, with the combination of Gillian Anderson’s established screen presence and Hannah Einbinder’s comedic prowess promising an engaging, unconventional slasher film.
The involvement of Gillian Anderson in this new venture signals a fresh direction in her career, generating excitement among her fans and the wider film community. Industry observers anticipate that her role will attract diverse audiences, invigorating the slasher genre while showcasing new talent and stylized storytelling. As production moves forward, audiences and critics alike will be watching closely, eager to see how this reimagining of a cult franchise unfolds and what surprises Gillian Anderson and her creative team have in store.
