Andre Øvredal Reflects on Unmade Stephen King Prequel Script
This Lost Stephen King Prequel Script Sounds Too Good to Stay Buried [Exclusive]
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Director André Øvredal revealed an unproduced script titled 'The Overlook Hotel,' a prequel to Stephen King's 'The Shining.' While he considers it brilliant, he believes it may never be made into a film. Øvredal is currently focused on his upcoming horror movie 'Passenger,' set to release on May 22.
- 01The unmade script 'The Overlook Hotel' serves as a prequel to Stephen King's 'The Shining.'
- 02André Øvredal expressed doubt that the project will ever be realized.
- 03'Passenger,' directed by Øvredal, features a young couple haunted by a gruesome specter after witnessing a fatal accident.
- 04The film stars Jacob Scipio and Lou Llobell, alongside Oscar-winner Melissa Leo.
- 05'Passenger' is set to be released in theaters on May 22.
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André Øvredal, known for his work in horror films, recently shared insights about an unproduced script titled The Overlook Hotel, which serves as a prequel to Stephen King's iconic novel The Shining. Despite considering the script brilliant, Øvredal doubts it will ever reach the screen. He is currently focused on his latest project, Passenger, which follows a young couple, Tyler and Maddie, portrayed by Jacob Scipio and Lou Llobell, as they embark on a van life adventure. Their journey takes a dark turn when they witness a horrific car accident, leading them to be relentlessly pursued by a gruesome specter known as the Passenger. The film also features Oscar-winner Melissa Leo and is set to be released in theaters on May 22. Øvredal's previous works include notable horror films like Trollhunter and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
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