The Damned
World Premiere

The Damned

Spotlight Narrative
Feature | UK, Iceland, Ireland, Belgium | 89 MINUTES | English | English subtitles
Horror

In this atmospheric period drama set in the 19th century, Eva, a young widow, faces an impossible choice when a ship sinks off the coast of her isolated fishing village during a cruel winter. With their food supplies dwindling, Eva and her town must decide whether to rescue the shipwrecked sailors or let them perish to ensure their own survival. As the consequences of their actions begin to manifest, the villagers find themselves grappling with the weight of their decisions and the mounting unease that permeates their close-knit community.

Icelandic writer/director Thordur Palsson, known for his work on The Valhalla Murders, delivers an impressive debut feature that combines stunning visuals, haunting sound design and strong performances from its ensemble cast. Drawing inspiration from classic Hollywood tales and modern morality plays, Palsson crafts a thought-provoking story that explores the complexities of human nature and the disintegration of societal bonds in the face of adversity. With its captivating atmosphere and timeless themes, this film is a must-see for fans of intelligent, well-crafted cinema that delves into the depths of the human experience.––Jarod Neece


Cast & Credits
Directed by
Thordur Palsson
Director
Thordur Palsson
Producer
Emilie Jouffroy, Kamilla Kristiane Hodøl, John Keville, Conor Barry, Tim Headington, Theresa Steele Page, Nate Kamiya
Screenwriter
Jamie Hannigan
Cinematographer
Eli Arenson
Editor
Tony Cranstoun, Nathan Nugent
Composer
Stephen McKeon
Executive Producer
David Darby, Lauren Shelton, John Gleeson, Oisín O'Neill, Niamh Fagan, Dave Bishop, George Hamilton, Luane Gauer
Co-Producer
Guđmundur Arnar Guđmundsson, Anton Máni Svansson, Benoit Roland
Cast
Odessa Young, Joe Cole

Contacts
Print Source
Connor Day
Protagonist Pictures
London, W1W 8HS
Phone: +44 755 708 5409
connor@protagonistpictures.com
US Sales Contact
Connor Day
Protagonist Pictures
London, W1W 8HS
Phone: +44 755 708 5409
connor@protagonistpictures.com
International Sales Contact
Connor Day
Protagonist Pictures
London, W1W 8HS
Phone: +44 755 708 5409
connor@protagonistpictures.com
Press Contact
Jill Rosen
The Branch Collective
New York, NY 10028-2644
Phone: 917 326 0145
jill@jillrosencomms.com
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