Sony For Until dawn movie, just a few days later . New footage gives us a proper idea of Groundhog Daya style gimmick that separates the film from the game.
The game is known for its permadeath, as any of the eight main characters can die and the story will simply continue without them. However, the film takes a different approach. When these characters die, they wake up to start the night again. How is that Groundhog Dayof course, but also Edge of Tomorrow, Happy Death Day and more Star Trek episodes than you can imagine. Time loops are fun!
Sony says the film will be connected to the game universe, despite the different storytelling mechanics. For example, Peter Stormare voices Dr. Hill in the game, but appears in the trailer working at a gas station. The film will “delve deeper into his character's involvement in the events of the game, raising questions for fans.”
The film was directed by David F. Sandberg, who also directed Shazam! And Turning off the lights. It was written by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler. Dauberman is best known as the writer of the scripts for films based on the Conjuring universe, such as Annabelle, Annabelle: Creation, Nun And Annabelle returns home.
Until dawn starring the aforementioned Peter Stormare, as well as younger actors such as Ella Rubin, Yoo Ji-young, Michael Cimino and Maia Mitchell. It will hit theaters on April 25. In the meantime, a remake of the game is coming out. released on PS5 and PC in October.