Filmmaker James Cullen Bressack's groundbreaking found footage feature, titled "The Workout," which premiered with acclaim at the genre-centric Fantastic Fest, has secured a prestigious theatrical release. Set to make its limited cinematic debut on August 27th via Anchor Bay Entertainment, "The Workout" will subsequently be available on Video-On-Demand (via Insurgence) and Blu-ray on October 28th, also through Anchor Bay.
The narrative of "The Workout" unfolds like a harrowing tale of resilience and retribution. It follows Army Ranger Wyatt Park (portrayed by Peter Jae) and his pregnant wife Becca (Galadriel Stineman) as they film a workout video in the confines of their private gym. Their tranquil session is brutally disrupted by a ruthless mob hit, resulting in Becca's tragic death but miraculously sparing their unborn child. Consumed by sorrow and fury, Wyatt, alongside his brother-in-law Levi (Josh Kelly), embark on a relentless quest for justice, meticulously documenting their every move to ensure their child one day comprehends the harrowing events that unfolded.
Rounding out the stellar ensemble are Ashlee Evans-Smith, Kristos Andrews, Augie Duke, co-writer David Josh Lawrence, and BJ Hendricks, who also served as co-executive producer on the film. Bressack, who co-penned the script, produced the film alongside Ben Stobber and Jarrett Furst. Among the executive producers are Mario Niccolò Messina and Valentina Cau for Insurgence.
Bressack, known for his horror directorial prowess, has recentlytransitioned into the realm of action cinema, collaborating with Hollywood legends such as Bruce Willis, Mel Gibson, and Jean-Claude Van Damme, the latter of whom he directed in the feature "Darkness of Man."
Last year, "The Workout" made its mark at Fantastic Fest, captivating audiences with its intense narrative and edge-of-your-seat thrills. Now, moviegoers will have the opportunity to witness this gripping story on the big screen.
