"I will softly whisper my love, cloaked in plain yet profound words..." Neon has unveiled the second official trailer for "Together," a brilliantly macabre body horror comedy masterminded by Australian filmmaker Michael Shanks (renowned for his short, "Rebooted"). Slated for a thrilling July release, this film promises to send shockwaves through the cinematic landscape. Gather your friends and prepare for an unforgettable collective viewing experience. Having premiered to enthusiastic accolades at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in January – a film I adored (read my review) and deemed one of the festival's standouts – "Together" then captivated audiences at SXSW, amassing even more glowing reviews.
In this tale of body horror, a couple's idyllic move to the countryside unwittingly triggers a supernatural occurrence that drastically twists their bond, existence, and very physical forms. Embark on this wild ride alongside them. Starring real-life couple Alison Brie and Dave Franco, "Together" delves into a bizarre narrative that will have you screaming in delight and dread. The ensemble also includes Damon Herriman, Sunny S. Walia, Jack Kenny, and Mia Morrissey.
The trailer, cleverly designed as a "photo book," captures the couple's enchanting escapades brimming with romance, only to hint at the chaos that lies ahead. I'm relieved that they've refrained from revealing too much; the film's magic truly unfolds when you venture in blind to the couple's fate.
From Sundance: "As a couple's move to the countryside stretches their relationship to its limits, a supernatural encounter initiates an extreme transformation of their love, lives, and flesh. Writer/director Michael Shanks approaches horror with diabolical exuberance, reveling in crafting wildly imaginative and nightmarish sequences."
"Together" marks the feature directorial debut of the exceptionally talented Australian filmmaker Michael Shanks, who has helmed several acclaimed short films, including the stop-motion animated gem, "Rebooted." Produced by Alison Brie & Dave Franco, Mike Cowap, Erik Feig, Julia Hammer, Tim Headington, Andrew Mittman, and Max Silva, the film initially premiered in the Midnight section at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year (read our review). Neon will introduce Shanks' "Together" to US theaters starting July 30th, 2025, amidst the bustling summer movie season.
Does it look terrifyingly captivating? Who's eager to dive into this chilling adventure?
