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Exclusive: Paris-based genre specialist Reel Suspects has acquired world sales rights to Mongolian zombie picture Z Zone for a Cannes Market launch.

The debut feature of Bilguun Chuluundorj, the movie follows the fate of a group of young delinquents who are transferred to a mysterious, remote military base for their misdemeanours.

Rather than a strict disciplinary regime, they find themselves in a world of secrets and fighting for their lives against sinister forces that lurk in the shadows.

The cast features Mongolian stars Tsenguun Chingis, Puruvjargal Erdenebileg and Bazarragchaa Byambajav (Shadow Keeper).

Chuluundorj is a member of the bubbling indie cinema scene in the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar.

He previously took co-writing credits on 2022 picture Nomads vs. Zombies by Otgonzorig Batchuluun, mixing comedy, horror and thriller genres.

Chuluundorj is currently attached as writer and director at the Ulaanbaatar entertainment group On ‘n Off Production, having previously collaborated with Hulegu Pictures.

Korean crime drama ‘The Boys’ set to open inaugural Kiff.

The inaugural Kharkhorum International Film Festival (Kiff) is set to kick off on Thursday (December 7) with Korean director Chung Ji-young’s crime drama The Boys, in line with its focus on human rights.

Kiff takes place in Mongolia’s capital, Ulaanbaatar, until December 12 and is organised by the Film Bridge Development Association in collaboration with the Mongolian National Film Council.

The human rights theme is in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This year’s Human Rights Day falls on December 10 and Kiff will...

It seems that Mongolian movies have been taking steps forward towards genre paths, with the recently released “Disorder” being a testament to this fact. Baatar Batsukh, an experienced cinematographer in his directorial debut, makes his effort in genre filmmaking with “Aberrance”, a claustrophobic horror that premiered in Oldenburg before screening at SXSW. It is now being released in the US, as the first Mongolian horror movie to do so.

Aberrance will be released in North American cinemas starting October, 6, courtesy of Freestyle Digital Media

Erkhmee and his wife Selenge arrive at an old cabin deep in the Mongolian wilds, for reasons that are initially unknown. When Selenge spots a dead cat in the garbage bins nearby, it becomes evident that something is wrong with her. When the seemingly polite, but essentially nosy to the point of stalking neighbor starts watching the couple from every angle possible, it is revealed that...

Freestyle Digital Media has shared with Bloody an exclusive clip from their Mongolian horror film Aberrance, heading to U.S. theaters on October 6, 2023, with a VOD and Digital HD release set for 2024.

Aberrance marks an impressive milestone as the first Mongolian horror feature to be released theatrically in the U.S., introducing Mongolian cinema to new audiences.

The film had its North American premiere at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival to positive reviews as an Official Selection in the Midnighters section.

In Aberrance, when city dwellers Erkhmee and Selenge arrive at an old cabin deep in the Mongolian wilds, a sense of foreboding settles over the couple. Erkhmee’s seemingly keen desire to provide a safe and nurturing space for his artistic wife is at odds with the violent actions and mannerisms their quizzical neighbor observes. As the neighbor digs deeper for the reason behind this aberrant behavior, only more questions and trouble arise.

Freestyle Digital Media will release the Mongolian horror feature film Aberrance on October 6, 2023. Aberrance marks an impressive milestone as the first Mongolian horror feature to be released theatrically in the U.S. introducing Mongolian cinema to new audiences. The film had its North American premiere at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival to positive reviews as an Official Selection in the Midnighters section. …

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Aberrance https://youtu.be/49JSuQxZ8uU?si=5CKK_Wo2plG7P2OH “ sleek and stylish thriller” – The Austin Chronicle “work of a talented first-timer, and signals the arrival of a filmmaker we should all keep an eye on” -Screen Anarchy Freestyle Digital Media will release the Mongolian horror feature film Aberrance on October 6, 2023. Aberrance marks an impressive milestone as the first Mongolian horror feature to be …

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Freestyle Digital Media has acquired the North American theatrical rights to Mongolian horror film Aberrance and will be bringing the film to U.S. theaters on October 6, 2023.

The video on demand (VOD) and digital release will follow in 2024.

Aberrance marks an impressive milestone as the first Mongolian horror feature to be released theatrically in the U.S., introducing Mongolian cinema to new audiences.

Check out the official trailer below.

The film had its North American premiere at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival to positive reviews as an Official Selection in the Midnighters section.

In Aberrance, when city dwellers Erkhmee and Selenge arrive at an old cabin deep in the Mongolian wilds, a sense of foreboding settles over the couple. Erkhmee’s seemingly keen desire to provide a safe and nurturing space for his artistic wife is at odds with the violent actions and mannerisms their quizzical neighbor observes. As the neighbor...

Exclusive: Freestyle Digital Media has cuddled up to Unstuffed: A Build-a-Bear Story, taking North American rights to the doc from The Last Blockbuster‘s Taylor Morden, which features the voices of talent including Jon Lovitz, Pete Holmes, Jerry Mathers, Larry Hankin and Mike Tyson.

The film, produced in a mixed-media format including animation and storyboarded sequences, will become available on digital platforms and on DVD beginning October 3. View the trailer above.

Directed by Morden from his script, Unstuffed explores the origins of the “teddy bear” as well as the psychological importance of stuffed animals in childhood development. Sprinkled with stories of Build-A-Bear’s lasting and emotional impact on the lives of everyday people and celebrities alike, the doc is told through the eyes of a teddy bear narrator (voiced by Lovitz) as it follows the furry footsteps of a single idea that reimagined not one, but two industries. The...

Exclusive: Freestyle Digital Media has snapped up North American rights to SXSW 2023 Midnighters entry Aberrance and will release the film in theaters on October 6. Believed to be the first Mongolian horror feature ever to have secured a U.S. theatrical release, it will be unveiled by the company on VOD and digital in 2024.

In Aberrance, city dwellers Erkhmee (Erkhembayar Ganbat) and Selenge (Selenge Chadraabal) arrive at an old cabin deep in the Mongolian wilds, only for a sense of foreboding to settle over the couple. Erkhmee’s seemingly keen desire to provide a safe and nurturing space for his artistic wife is at odds with the violent actions and mannerisms their quizzical neighbor observes. As the neighbor digs deeper for the reason behind this aberrant behavior, only more questions and trouble arise.

Pic marks the first theatrical feature from director Baatar Batsukh, who wrote the script with Erdene Orosoo (Kinsman...

Deals closed for the US, Asia and Europe.

Canadian genre specialist Raven Banner Entertainment has closed deals on Filipino action thriller Trigger, Mongolian horror Aberrance and Filipino zombie feature Day Zero.

Trigger, directed by Richard Somes (We Will Not Die Tonight) and starring Arjo Atayde, has pre-sold to Lighthouse for German-speaking territories and is tipped for notable festivals later this year. The film stars Atayde as a discharged veteran with Ptsd who becomes embroiled in a different kind of war when a drug peddler seeks his protection from a vigilante death squad.

Mongolian horror Aberrance is Baatar Batsukh’s feature...

Agnes Albright (True Detective) and Andrew Bailes star.

Ahead of the Cannes market, Toronto-based Raven Banner has acquired worldwide sales on John Pata’s hallucinogenic horror Black Mold.

Agnes Albright (True Detective) and Andrew Bailes play friends who sneak into off-limits buildings for art and an adrenaline rush.

When they break into Franklin Hill, a large facility with history, they encounter a volatile threat that holds them captive. The longer the friends are held at the facility the more they realise something is very wrong with the place.

Sarah Sharp and Jennifer Shelby served as producers. Albright was named best...

You can’t really trust anyone, including your narrators, in the twisty new Mongolian thriller Aberrance, making its international debut at this year’s SXSW. Written, directed, and shot by Baatar Batsukh, Aberrance is a visually dynamic, at times perplexing film that will keep the audience guessing from the first frame to the last. Propelled by Batsukh’s innovative and aggressive camera work along with a trio of very committed lead performances, Aberrance is definitely the work of a talented first-timer, and signals the arrival of a filmmaker we should all keep an eye on. Erkhme (Erkhembayar Ganbat) and Selenge (Selenge Chadraabal) are a couple in need of some time away. They escape the city for a respite in a rural country home, something is wrong, but we...

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Over the weekend Raven Banner announced that they have boarded worldwide sales for the Mongolian horror flick Aberrance. The announcement and studio trailer can be found below. An estranged couple takes a retreat in the woods. Foreboding neighbors, frivolous friends, and dark unseen forces lead to a shocking conclusion. Aberrance is the feature film debut of Baatar Batsukh and is having its North American premiere at SXSW tonight. Raven Banner boards SXSW Midnighter ‘Aberrance’ Raven Banner has boarded worldwide sales to Baatar Batsukh’s debut Mongolian horror Aberrance set to have its North American premiere at SXSW in the Midnighters section. The film had its World Premiere at Oldenburg Int'l Film Festival where it won the festival’s Audacity Award, given to a...

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Exclusive: Raven Banner has picked up worldwide sales rights to Mongolian-language horror film Aberrance, which will receive its North American premiere at SXSW in the Midnighters section.

The feature debut of Mongolian filmmaker Baatar Batsukh, the film had its world premiere at Oldenburg International Film Festival where it won the festival’s Audacity Award, given to a film that breaks new ground artistically.

Filmed in Mongolia, Aberrance tells the story of a couple who rent a cabin deep in the woods to get some rest from their busy life in the city. But their odd behavior causes a neighbor to grow suspicious, and as he starts to dig deeper, more questions and trouble arise.

Directed by Batsukh and written by Batsukh and Byambasuren Ganbat, the film stars Erkhembayar Ganbat, Selenge Chadraabal, Yalalt Namsrai, Oyundary Jamsranjav, Sukhee Ariunbyamba, Bayarsanaa Batchuluun and Badamtsetseg Batmunkh.

The film was produced by US-based Three Flames Pictures with Trevor Doyle,...

Movies, TV shows and, of course, barbecue. It’s all on the marquee at this year’s SXSW, the annual celebration of all things entertainment being showcased in Austin from March 10 to 19. From Hollywood blockbusters like “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” to iconoclastic fare like “I’m a Virgo” — the first foray into television for indie maverick Boots Riley — there’s a wild variety in this year’s lineup. Historically, the festival was better known for its musical offerings, but that’s changed in recent years as Hollywood has embraced the Texas gathering.

And while Sundance and Cannes may be higher profile, SXSW has established itself as an important stop for movies and shows looking to generate notoriety — “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” for instance, premiered at last year’s festival before racking up more than $100 million in ticket sales and dominating the Oscar nominations. Here’s a look at...