‘Drained’ Trailer And Exclusive Images: She’ll Bleed You Dry…
Sometimes, you fall in love with a vampire and you form a co-dependent relationship that involves her sucking your blood! At least, that’s the case in British filmmakers’ Peter Stylianou and Sean Cronin’s London-based feature vampire film Drained.
Read the full synopsis below:
“In the neon-soaked streets of London, Thomas, a jobless post-graduate concept artist, falls in love with Rhea, a mysterious woman who turns out to be a vampire. As their twisted romance unfolds, Thomas’s health deteriorates, and he spirals out of control.”
Now watch the official trailer:
Co-directed and produced by Cronin and Stylianou from a screenplay by Stylianou, the supernatural horror film is a take on the classic European myth of the nosferatu. Special makeup effects are by Francesca Reidie, with Ellie Campbell handling production design and cinematography by Daniel Patrick Vaughan.
Said Cronin of Drained, “Stylistically, the film is a mesmerizing blend of darkness and beauty. With a neon-noir aesthetic reminiscent of a night bus ride through London’s rain-soaked streets, we worked hard to capture the city’s underbelly, with a score and soundtrack that echoes the allure of Drive with its synth 80s sound, striking the perfect balance between atmospheric and engaging.”
Added Stylianou, “Beneath the surface of this vampiric romance, the film delves deeper, exploring the addictive nature of today’s society. Just as Thomas becomes ensnared in Rhea’s world, modern life presents its own metaphorical vampires, be it social media, substance abuse, or other self-destructive habits. The film paints a striking portrait of why individuals give themselves to these draining forces.”
Check out our exclusive images from the film, which illustrate the strange relationship between the two lovers:
Ruaridh Aldington (Dirty Boy) and Madalina Bellariu Ion (Dampyr) star as the ill-fated couple, with a supporting cast that includes Craig Conway (Dog Soldiers), Angela Dixon (Never Let Go), Andrew Lyle-Pinnock, Natasha Patel (The Witcher: Blood Origin), Andrew Lee Potts (Band of Brothers), Diana Yekinni, Ayvianna Snow, Kenton Lloyd Morgan and Timothy Blore.
Ion said, “Growing up in Transylvania, Romania, I’ve always dreamt of playing a vampire. So, portraying Rhea was a perfect fit for me! The blend of fantasy horror and gritty realism in this film created an unforgettable experience that stayed with me long after filming ended. I hope the audience feels the same way after watching it. It’s a truly unique vampire film.”
Drained was filmed in London and is a Magnificent Films/House 54/RG Films co-production. House 54 is run by cinematographer and producer Daniel Patrick Vaughan who brought all parties together for this co-production. Cronin as an actor has portrayed villains in dozens of box office hits, as well as having directed several award-winning titles, including the upcoming feature Bogieville. Stylianou is a writer/director with two feature film credits already to his name.
Drained is out on VOD today via Level 33 Entertainment.
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