Level 33 Entertainment to Release Award-Winning Psychological Thriller ‘The Shade’ On Demand, November 22, 2024

Get ready for a chilling experience as The Shade, the latest psychological thriller from acclaimed writer-director Tyler Chipman (Hush, Raw Deal), arrives on digital platforms on November 22, 2024. Distributed by Level 33 Entertainment, this highly anticipated film stars a talented ensemble cast, including Chris Galust (Give Me Liberty), Laura Benanti (No Hard Feelings, The Gilded Age), Dylan McTee (Wrong Turn), Mariel Molino (The Watchful Eye), Germain Arroyo (S.W.A.T), Brendan Sexton III (Don’t Breathe 2), Sam Duncan (What We Do In The Shadows), and Michael Boatman (Spin City).

A Tale of Darkness and Family Struggles

The Shade follows 20-year-old Ryan Beckman, a college student grappling with crippling anxiety in the wake of his father’s death. As he struggles to cope, his older brother Jason returns home unexpectedly, bringing his own baggage. Together with their younger brother, James, the siblings must confront the encroaching darkness that threatens to tear their family apart. The film explores themes of grief, mental health, and the weight of family secrets in a small, economically declining northeastern town.

An Acclaimed Festival Run

Before its on-demand release, The Shade had a successful festival circuit, earning numerous accolades. It won the Best Special Effects, Best Directing, and Best First-Time Filmmaker awards at the Days of the Dead Film Festival. The film also took home the Jury Award for Best Feature Film at the Snowdance Independent Film Festival and garnered audience praise at the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival with a Silver Audience Award. Additionally, the movie dominated at Newfoundland & Labrador’s FogFest, where it won Jury Prizes for Best Feature Film, Best Director, and Best Actor for Chris Galust’s gripping performance.

A Stellar Creative Team

The film’s haunting visuals were crafted by Director of Photography Acton Fitzgerald, with production design by Carl Sprague and costumes by Nicole Cook. Editing was handled by Matthew Booras, bringing Tyler Chipman’s vision to life. The screenplay, co-written by Chipman and David Purdy, weaves together horror, drama, and psychological thrills to create a gripping narrative.

Coming Soon to Your Screens

Mark your calendars for November 22, 2024, when The Shade becomes available for on-demand viewing. With its intriguing storyline, stellar performances, and atmospheric tension, the film promises to be a must-watch for fans of horror and psychological thrillers.

The Shade blends family drama with supernatural terror, making it a captivating addition to the fall thriller lineup. Don’t miss this chance to experience an award-winning film that confronts the shadows lurking within us all.