Yellow Veil Pictures has boarded North American distribution of the sleep clinic horror film “Somnium,” setting a theatrical release for later this year. The banner will also launch international sales of the feature at the Marche du Film amid the Cannes Film Festival market. The annual international gathering kicks off Tuesday.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Yellow Veil, whose distinct curatorial eye and art-forward approach to distribution aligns perfectly with the spirit of ‘Somnium,’ writer-director Racheal Cain said in a statement alongside the deal’s announcement. “Their focus on cinema that pushes boundaries and lingers in the imagination, and their deep care for each film’s identity — from packaging to release strategy — makes them a dream home for this project.”
“With each viewing of ‘Somnium’ we discover a new theme, that’s only topped by the performances of her cast — and the visual risk she takes to build this world,” added a Yellow Veil Pictures rep. “Very excited to bring Racheal’s vision to the audience, and work with her on such an accomplished debut.”
“Somnium” debuted at the Chattanooga Film Festival and Brooklyn Horror Film Festivals last fall, marking the feature directorial debut for Cain. The film’s cast includes Chloë Levine, Peter Vack, Will Peltz, Grace Van Dien and Draya Michele.
Developed over more than a decade and shot in Los Angeles, the film follows a new California transplant landing auditions to make it big — and paying the bills with a graveyard shift at a sleep clinic where dreams come to life.
