Dark comedy is taking center stage once again with the anticipated release of “Damned If You Do,” a film featuring an ensemble cast led by Kate Siegel and Harvey Guillén. Slated for launch at the European Film Market (EFM) in Berlin, the movie is set to grab the attention of global buyers as Stoic takes charge of its worldwide sales. With its unique blend of humor and supernatural intrigue, “Damned If You Do” is poised to captivate audiences across the globe.
Star-Studded Ensemble Cast
“Damned If You Do” boasts a talented ensemble headlined by Harvey Guillén of “What We Do in the Shadows” fame and Kate Siegel, known for her role in “The Fall of the House of Usher.” Both actors not only play central roles but also serve as executive producers. They are joined by a diverse cast including Ginger Gonzaga (“She-Hulk”), Paulo Costanzo (“Upload”), Beth Dover (“Orange Is the New Black”), and Ed Weeks (“The Mindy Project”). Adding to the intrigue, Mike Flanagan makes a cameo, drawing interest due to his marriage to Siegel.
An Intriguing Plot with a Supernatural Twist
In “Damned If You Do,” debut directors Jake Rubin and Evan Metzold take audiences on a journey with a group of friends burdened by a youthful indiscretion—selling their souls to the devil. Years later, each friend has found success in different fields as a rock star, tech mogul, and activist. As their 25th high school reunion approaches, so does the contract’s deadline. The film follows their desperate attempt to escape doom with the help of an unexpected ally.
Production Team and Creative Minds
The film is produced by Matthew R. Cooper and Uwakokunre (Kokie) Imasogie under the banner of Objectively Good Media, with Lior Haas. Joining the executive production team are Rubin, Metzold, Siegel, Guillén, Gilad Haas, and Henry Russell Bergstein. The supporting cast also includes actors such as Molly Bernard, Jillian Gottlieb, Matthew Stephen Smith, Liza Treyger, Ashley Austin Morris, and Genesis Oliver, broadening the film’s appeal.
Market Anticipation and Stoic’s Enthusiasm
Nat McCormick of Stoic expressed excitement about the film’s potential: “We’re thrilled to bring this hilarious and exceptionally well-executed film to the world. The cast delivers comedy gold, and the premise is exactly the kind of elevated, genre-bending material that consumers around the world are hungry for. We are excited for everyone to see the magic the team has captured.”
As “Damned If You Do” debuts at the EFM, it joins Stoic’s impressive lineup, including the Sundance sensation “Carousel” starring Chris Pine and Jenny Slate, setting the stage for a successful market presence.
