Osgood Perkins has once again astonished audiences by unveiling a uniquely unsettling teaser for his latest horror film, Keeper, which is scheduled to hit cinemas on October 3. In a move characteristic of his idiosyncratic approach to filmmaking, Perkins and Neon launched an intriguing livestream that featured Tatiana Maslany, known for her role in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, caught in a hypnotic loop as she stares directly into the camera while scribbling something endlessly. This eerie visual serves as both an introduction and a warning of the disturbing narrative lurking within Perkins’ newest project.
Situated within a landscape already marked by his innovative style, Osgood Perkins’ direction in Keeper sets out to push boundaries and redefine genre expectations. The film stars Tatiana Maslany alongside Rossif Sutherland, following a couple’s journey to an isolated cabin deep in the woods. The story takes a sinister turn when Sutherland’s character is called away to the city, leaving Maslany’s character alone with a malevolent presence hiding behind the cabin’s walls. While the plot may initially appear to tread familiar haunted house territory, Perkins is expected to challenge and upend genre conventions, hinting at deeper complexities and unexpected themes.
Keeper marks a significant departure from the filmmaker’s prior work. Osgood Perkins has demonstrated his versatility across different subgenres, as seen with last year’s globally recognized Longlegs, which combined horror and crime thriller elements in a way that drew comparisons to The Silence of the Lambs while becoming a widely discussed film of the summer. Perkins continued his successful streak with The Monkey, released earlier this year, impressing fans and critics alike through his adaptation of Stephen King’s haunting story and memorable performances from Theo James. Each release has reinforced Perkins’ reputation as a rising force in modern horror.
The anticipation surrounding Keeper has only intensified as Maslany herself revealed in an interview with Collider’s Ladies Night that the movie inhabits “its own little world.” She expressed,
The combination of Maslany’s committed performance and Osgood Perkins’ inventive vision points toward an intense viewing experience, rich with psychological unease and emotional depth.
Industry observers and horror fans alike are watching closely, since Osgood Perkins’ innovative direction in Keeper signals another potential milestone in his evolving career. The film’s unusual marketing tactics and mysterious narrative promise to make a significant impact, pushing horror storytelling into fresh territory. If Keeper matches or surpasses the achievements of Perkins’ previous works, it could set new standards for genre filmmaking and reinforce his position as one of the industry’s most daring creative voices. Audiences now await its upcoming release, eager to see how Perkins will redefine horror once again.
