New 32, in collaboration with co-director Charlie Carson Monroe, has released the highly anticipated first-look trailer and stills for their debut horror short film, Biters & Bleeders. This thrilling production takes audiences on a dark and gripping journey as a couple teeters on the edge, attempting to reconnect in their recently inherited family home.
Written by Charlie Carson Monroe, who also shared directing duties with Raven Angeling Whisnant, Biters & Bleeders marks the debut of New 32, a newly-launched, queer-owned independent film company based in North Carolina. The executive producers of the film include Stanley Monroe, Raven Angeline Whisnant, Charlie Carson Monroe, and Peter Zale. The talented cast features Raven Angeling Whisnant as the entrapped wife, Christopher Malcolm as her domineering husband, and Joyce Wood as his mother.
In Biters & Bleeders, the surface of Tad (Malcolm) and Penelope’s (Whisnant) marriage masks a decaying core of regret, frustration, and contempt. Plagued by financial hardship, Tad sees a glimmer of hope when his mother unexpectedly passes away, leaving him with their stately family home. Believing this inheritance will solve their problems, Tad and Penelope step into their new abode, unaware of the horror awaiting them.
Instead of salvation, the couple encounters a malevolent force that pushes them to the brink of their sanity. Monstrous bed bugs infest the home, devouring not only its physical structure but also Penelope’s psyche. With each new bite and the constant sensation of crawling insects across her skin, Penelope’s desperation intensifies. She also battles the punishing summer heat and the oppressive presence of her husband. As the line between reality and nightmare blurs, Penelope realizes it’s time to purge herself from this torment.
Biters & Bleeders showcases the creative vision and storytelling prowess of New 32, captivating audiences with its atmospheric tension and powerful performances. The film promises to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.
Anticipation builds as Biters & Bleeders prepares to make its debut on the festival circuit later this year. Stay tuned for further updates on this bone-chilling horror short film that will leave you craving more.
