The upcoming supernatural thriller “Piper,” starring Elizabeth Hurley, has secured a U.K. distributor and released its first trailer. Directed by Anthony Waller, known for “Mute Witness,” the film is set to make its world premiere at FrightFest 2023 on August 27 and will be generally released in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2023
In “Piper,” Hurley portrays Liz, who relocates to a serene German town with her daughter Amy, played by Mia Jenkins. The tranquility is shattered by the mysterious death of a local girl, leading to a series of terrifying events connected to a dark secret from Liz’s past. The sinister entity known as the Piper emerges, targeting Amy due to the sins of her parents. Amy’s only hope lies with the enigmatic Luca, who might hold the key to breaking the Piper’s curse
The cast also includes Jack Stewart, Ryan Webber, Robert Daws, Ieva Aleksandrova-Eklone, Arben Bajraktaraj, Alma Riz, Gundars Abolins, Jurijs Djakonovs, and Elizabete Liepa, with newcomers Evija Koltone and Dominik Gabriel Roseti joining the ensemble. The screenplay, co-written by Waller and Duncan Kennedy, promises a chilling narrative that blends fantasy with horror, highlighting the consequences of past misdeeds haunting future generations.
Elizabeth Hurley, primarily known for her work in dramas and romantic comedies, returns to the horror genre with “Piper,” marking a notable shift from her recent projects. Despite her previous ventures into horror being relatively obscure, such as her role in the 1994 film “Beyond Bedlam,” Hurley demonstrates her capability to lead in this genre once again
The film’s alignment with the Halloween season is expected to draw horror enthusiasts, eager to see Hurley’s performance in a role that challenges her typical on-screen persona. As “Piper” gears up for its release, the anticipation surrounding its premiere at FrightFest 2023 continues to build, promising a thrilling addition to the horror genre this year
