The Deserving

More Horror!? seems like there's something in the air that's bringing out all the spooky stuff. This show has Captain J once again sitting down and talking scary stuff with me, this time in the form of The Deserving, a film festival favorite... although not Sundance. What did we think of it? and will you need the 2 minute spoiler zone to sell you on it?To find Captain J online, hire a Private Dick, he aint easy to track down.To find more out about the show and ThatFKingGuy head to, TotalCultZone.Com Directed by S. S. Arora, who makes his feature debut, The Deserving stars Venkat Sai Gunda, Simone Stadler, and Kelsey Stalter. The film has already amassed a number of accolades, having won over fifteen awards including Best Feature at Athens IFF, Best Horror at Hallucinea FF, and awards at Humro Cinema, Portugal Indie Film Festival, and Rome Indie Film Fest.Exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the cyclical nature of abuse, The Deserving follows a tormented, mute serial killer who is haunted by the ghosts of his victims and plans to end his life. His resolve is disrupted when a desperate walk-in client arrives, needing an urgent photo shoot.Talking about the film's release, Producer Venkat Sai Gunda said, “As a filmmaker, I am thrilled to bring The Deserving to audiences worldwide. This film is a labor of love, exploring themes of suspense and psychological intrigue that I hope will captivate viewers. With its upcoming release, I'm excited to share this cinematic journey with everyone who enjoys a thought-provoking thriller.”Shaked Berenson, CEO of Entertainment Squad, commented on the film's unique protagonist: “Having a mute character in The Deserving adds a compelling layer of depth and intrigue to the story, showcasing the innovative storytelling we champion. This film perfectly aligns with The Horror Collective's mission of giving a stage to new and underrepresented voices that push the boundaries of the genre. The Deserving is a testament to that vision.”MusicTatami: OutrunMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/outrunLicense code: WL5SKQKGCYUROHRM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit totalcultzone.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.