Indie films often tell stories off the beaten path, exploring unique concepts and perspectives. This can lead to fresh, surprising narratives that captivate and entertain. The Hyperborean is no exception! Check out the press release, photos, exclusive retro VHS Artwork, trailer, and Exclusive Scene Declassified.
Black Fawn Distribution is thrilled to announce the acquisition of The Hyperborean. The film is set to hit all major VOD platforms across Canada today (Wednesday, July 24, 2024), with a Blu-ray release slated for later this year. Black Fawn Distribution will be handling Canadian distribution rights for the title. The company has also released the exclusive opening scene from The Hyperborean, along with the retro VHS-style artwork that will accompany the film’s physical release this fall.
The Hyperborean features an ensemble cast that includes Liv Collins (The Hexecutioners), Tony Burgess (Pontypool), Ry Barrett (fresh off his starring role in the indie horror smash hit In A Violent Nature), Jessica Vano, Jonathan Craig, Marcia Alderson, and Justin Bott.
Black Fawn Distribution Acquires The Hyperborean
After a seasoned crisis manager injects himself into a dysfunctional family – and their faltering whiskey company – he must navigate them through a public relations nightmare involving a triple homicide, an Arctic ice mummy, and a batch of intergalactic moonshine.
In addition to The Hyperborean being available on Canadian VOD platforms and Blu-ray, Black Fawn Distribution will also offer the title as part of their popular limited edition Blacklist series. As always, the Blacklist Package will come with an assortment of cool, one-of-a-kind thematic items designed with the avid collector in mind.
Pre-order the Blu-ray at the following link: https://blackfawndistribution.myshopify.com/collections/the-hyperborean-collection
Black Fawn Distribution will issue a crystal clear 1080p transfer of The Hyperborean along with the following special features: Audio Commentary with director Jesse Thomas Cook, Creating The Hyperborean Featurette, Photo Gallery, and Trailers.
“I’m absolutely thrilled to partner with Black Fawn Distribution for the Canadian release of The Hyperborean,” states director Jesse Thomas Cook. “Their dedication to creating special edition Blu-rays and passion for physical media mirrors our own commitment to innovative genre storytelling. It’s exciting to collaborate with a distributor who shares our enthusiasm for bringing unique films to audiences in such a thoughtful and engaging way.”
Black Fawn Distribution Acquires The Hyperborean
“We’re excited to be working with a filmmaking team with such a long-standing pedigree as Collingwood Film Co.,” explains Black Fawn Distribution Sales Manager CF Benner. “We’ve been a fan of their films for years, so it’s a really unique opportunity to have our two companies come together and work on a cool project like this one.”
The Hyperborean recently wrapped a successful worldwide festival run that included screenings at Panic Fest (Kansas City), Fantasporto (Portugal), Blood In The Snow (Toronto), Another Hole In The Head (San Francisco). Soho Horror Fest (United Kingdom), FilmQuest (Utah), Fogfest (Newfoundland), and Rojo Sangre (Buenos Aires).
The Hyperborean has also been released in the United States through Freestyle Digital Media.
Black Fawn Distribution Acquires The Hyperborean
Logline
A whiskey magnate summons his contentious family to sample his legacy product: casks of Scotch aged 170 years, recovered from a ghost ship in the Canadian Arctic.
Synopsis
From beyond the land of the ice and snow comes… The Hyperborean! When a seasoned crisis manager injects himself into a dysfunctional family and their faltering whiskey company, he must navigate them through a public relations nightmare involving a triple homicide, an Arctic ice mummy, and a batch of intergalactic moonshine. From director Jesse Thomas Cook (Cult Hero, Septic Man) and writer Tony
Burgess (Pontypool), The Hyperborean is a comedic sci-fi genre fest starring Liv Collins (The Hexecutioners) & Ry Barrett (In A Violent Nature, The Heretics), with critics hailing it as a “bonkers film” that’s both “memorable and complex.” (Geek Tyrant).
Black Fawn Distribution Acquires The Hyperborean
Cast and Crew
The Hyperborean stars Liv Collins, Tony Burgess, Ry Barrett, Jessica Vano, Jonathan Craig, Marcia Alderson and Justin Bott. The film is directed by Jesse Thomas Cook (Cult Hero, Septic Man) and written by Burgess (Pontypool). Cook and Samual Scott serve as the film producers.
About Collingwood Film Company
Collingwood Film Company was established in 2018 by Jesse Thomas Cook and Liv Collins. They develop, produce, and deliver authentic and independent Canadian feature films. Cook is a multi-award-winning filmmaker, having previously founded genre powerhouse Foresight Features. Collins is a writer, actor, producer, and director. Her acting credits include The Door, The Sublet, The Hexecutioners, Creep Nation, and Deadsight. Her directorial debut, To Hell With Harvey, was selected as the Closing Night film at the 14th annual Hamilton Film Festival, where it won the award for Best Actor.
Web: collingwoodfilmco.com
Instagram: instagram.com/collingwoodfilmco
Twitter/X: twitter.com/filmcollingwood
The Hyperborean (Uncensored) 2024 Trailer
The Hyperborean [Exclusive Opening Scene 2024]
About Black Fawn Distribution
Black Fawn Distribution is a fan-driven Canadian genre film distributor. The company continues to be responsible for the release of quality horror films across Canada, including Vicious Fun, The Oak Room, I’ll Take Your Dead, Harpoon, The Ranger, Bite, and In the House of Flies. The company’s promotional team is driven by a passion for releasing unique physical releases for the enjoyment of both horror fans and film collectors alike while also focusing on alternative platforms for digital delivery. Black Fawn Distribution: For Filmmakers. By Filmmakers.
Web: blackfawndistribution.com
Instagram: instagram.com/blackfawndistro
Twitter/X: twitter.com/blackfawndistro
YouTube: youtube.com/blackfawndistro
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