Prepare to dive into a world where childhood innocence collides violently with cosmic horror. Roadside Attractions has just unveiled the teaser trailer for Buddy, a new feature that premiered in the Midnight section of the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, promising a delightfully disturbing journey.
At the helm of this strange cinematic vision is filmmaker Casper Kelly, known for his penchant for blending absurdism with dark storytelling. Kelly brings his unique sensibility to the screen, having previously crafted memorable shorts like Too Many Cooks and Adult Swim Yule Log.
The film plunges audiences into 1999, setting the stage for a bizarre narrative centered on amnesiac children trapped in the episodic reality of “It’s Buddy!”. At the heart of this chaotic world is Buddy himself: a bright orange, humanoid unicorn with a purple heart who rules his wacky clubhouse.
When these lost children decide to defy their tyrannical captor after one of them vanishes, Buddy unleashes a terrifying force, sending them on a perilous quest toward the mythical Diamond City.
Adding layers of real-world emotional tension, the story shifts focus to Grace (Cristin Milioti), a suburban mother who is slowly drawn into Buddy’s horrifying domain. This blend of surreal adventure and psychological dread promises a truly unique experience.
The ensemble cast is stacked with talent, featuring established names including Delaney Quinn, Topher Grace, Keegan-Michael Key, Michael Shannon, and Patton Oswalt, alongside Cristin Milioti.
Kelly didn’t work alone; he co-wrote the script with Jamie King. The production team includes Tyler Davidson, Drew Sykes, Raphael Margules, J.D. Lifshitz, and Tracy Rosenblum, ensuring a collaborative spirit behind this wild concept.
Buddy is set to open in cinemas on August 28th, giving audiences a date to anticipate this unforgettable cinematic collision of childhood fantasy and cosmic terror.
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