SDCC 2024: "THE MAN IN THE WHITE VAN" Makes A Stop At San Diego Comic-Con
Madison Wolfe as Annie
Have you ever had the feeling you were being followed? Or seen a car that you know you saw earlier, now at your home…outside…at night? The idea of being followed by a stranger is terrifying in and of itself but now “THE MAN IN THE WHITE VAN” will bring those fears to the big screen and at San Diego Comic-Con.
It was announced today that Relativity Media has acquired Warren Skeels’ thriller The Man in the White Van for a wide theatrical release on October 11 from Garrison Film and the fan-owned entertainment company, Legion M.
We have a brief teaser video to get you in the mood for ‘THE MAN IN THE WHITE VAN’ and we must say, this video gives great insight into why this film is important, not just for fans of thrillers and movies but victims who have experienced these terrifying incidents. See for yourself below.
From the Press Release
Starring Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Stranger Things), Ali Larter (ABC’s The Rookie, Final Destination), Madison Wolfe (The Conjuring 2) Brec Bassinger (CW’s Stargirl), Gavin Warren (Night Swim) and Skai Jackson (Jessie), The Man in the White Van delves into the harrowing experiences of Annie Williams (Wolfe), a spirited family girl, whose carefree existence is turned upside down as she finds herself stalked by an ominous man in a white van. Prone to exaggeration, her parents’ disbelief in her tales of being followed, leads to a terrifying Halloween nightmare.
“The Man in the White Van is a flat-out frightening story with an incredible ensemble cast, and the teams behind it have produced a film that’s both visceral and topical,” said Michael Arrieta, Chief Operating Officer at Relativity Media. “Watching this in a crowded theater is truly the best way for viewers to experience this tension-packed thrill ride as realized by Warren and his talented crew.”
"I'm thrilled to partner with Relativity Media to bring this important story to the screen," said writer/director Warren Skeels. "I love this cast and crew. Together we have taken great care to ensure that this narrative is told with respect for those who experienced these horrific events firsthand. Our aim is to shine a light on a dark time in the 1970s and the extraordinary story of one girl’s unimaginable ordeal with a serial killer."
“We are beyond excited to team up with Relativity to bring this film to theaters nationwide, where every suspense-filled moment and heart-pounding scare is magnified by the collective experience,” said Legion M co-founder and CEO, Paul Scanlan. “Our Legion M community craves theatrical experiences and this film delivers on all fronts.”
“Relativity’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional cinematic experiences aligns perfectly with our vision for this chilling thriller,” said executive producer Gary Kompothecras, founder of Garrison Film. “I can’t wait for audiences to experience this film on the big screen.”
The narrative feature debut of director Warren Skeels, The Man in the White Van is a gripping exploration of terror, paranoia, and the fragility of security in a place where darkness lurks beneath the surface. Based on a series of true crimes that shook the nation in the 1970s, the film captures a bone-chilling story of a young girl's unimaginable horrors and every parent's worst nightmare. The very events at the heart of this film forever cemented unmarked cargo vans as an iconic vessel of terror for young people everywhere, echoing warnings across decades to stay away from the archetype of “the man in the white van.”
In anticipation of the theatrical release, the filmmakers will host a curated panel with cast attending at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. We plan on being at the panel and talking with a few of the cast if possible. Here is the panels info for those that are attending SDCC in two weeks.
The Man in the White Van San Diego Comic-Con Panel
Saturday, July 27 | 4:15 - 5:15pm | Indigo Ballroom (Hilton San Diego Bayfront)
Panelists:
- Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Stranger Things)
- Madison Wolfe (The Conjuring 2)
- Brec Bassinger (CW’s Stargirl)
- Gavin Warren (Night Swim)
- Skai Jackson (Jessie)
- Writer / director Warren Skeels
We’ll bring you more news soon for The Man In The White Van.
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