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Adam Mason to Direct Psychological Horror Film The Ladder

11/11/2025

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Adam Mason will direct the psychological horror film *The Ladder*, produced by A Higher Standard and Nickel City Pictures.
The film follows Emma and her husband Clay, who find a secret hatch in their converted church in Ireland, leading Emma to become obsessed with its mystery.
Production aims for a Q1 2026 start date in Ireland, with casting details yet to be announced.
Producers Mark Fasano and Jeffrey Greenstein highlight the importance of compelling horror narratives and praise the gripping script created by Mason and Boyes.

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Story summary

Adam Mason will direct the psychological horror film *The Ladder*, produced by A Higher Standard and Nickel City Pictures.
The film follows Emma and her husband Clay, who find a secret hatch in their converted church in Ireland, leading Emma to become obsessed with its mystery.
Production aims for a Q1 2026 start date in Ireland, with casting details yet to be announced.
Producers Mark Fasano and Jeffrey Greenstein highlight the importance of compelling horror narratives and praise the gripping script created by Mason and Boyes.