In related news, Deadline has revealed that Will Poulter, Kit Connor, and Manu Rios will take the lead roles in "Rapture," a medieval zombie film marking the directorial debut of playwright Jordan Tannahil. This haunting tale is set against the backdrop of Medieval England in 1348, focusing on Lansley Abbey, a secluded stone monastery nestled in the Yorkshire countryside. Within its stone walls, ten monks live a life bound by rigid routine and unwavering devotion. Their tranquil existence is shattered by the arrival of a messenger, a man bearing ominous news from the outside world, who soon exhibits symptoms of a mysterious illness. A virulent plague, initially marked by a hemorrhagic fever, is sweeping the land, transforming its victims into relentless, undead revenants. As the contagion closes in, Lansley Abbey becomes a battleground, with desperate outsiders pleading for refuge while the infected threaten to overwhelm its fortified walls. The monks find themselves torn between a moral divide—those who believe they must nurture the sick and those who wish to preserve the centuries of knowledge safeguarded within the monastery. As death unleashes its fury, so too does the brothers' capacity for remarkable acts of selflessness and ruthless betrayal, forcing them to confront the ultimate inquiry: what truly defines our humanity?
Furthermore, Variety reports that Ella Purnell, Ariana Greenblatt, and Billy Magnussen will star in "Hot Ted," a summer camp-set slasher directed by SNL's Hannah Levy. The narrative revolves around Zoe (Greenblatt), an avid true-crime podcast enthusiast, reluctantly dispatched to Shady Pines Camp for the summer by her parents. One morning, when camp counselor Liz fails to appear for breakfast, counselor Amy (Purnell) informs everyone that Liz has had to depart for a 'family emergency.' Yet, Zoe remains unconvinced and suspects fellow counselor Ted (Magnussen) is behind Liz's disappearance. Ted embodies all the stereotypes of a classic serial killer: no social media presence and the ownership of a van. The only issue? He's too charming to be a murderer. It's up to Zoe and her friends to uncover the truth: is Hot Ted truly a serial killer, or is he merely...the perfect guy?
During his recent guest appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience (via Collider), Robert Rodriguez confirmed his enduring desire to create a sequel to "Alita: Battle Angel."
