Hippo Horror Film "Hungry" Set to Thrill Audiences

"Hungry," directed by James Nunn, is a survival thriller that follows a group of holidaymakers who find themselves lost in the Louisiana swamplands, where they must confront a rampaging hippopotamus. The film stars Madison Davenport, known for her roles in "Sharp Objects" and "From Dusk till Dawn: The Series," alongside Joaquim de Almeida, Tracey Bonner, Jim Meskimen, Samantha Coughlan, Olivia Bernstone, Michel Curiel, and River Codack.

First Sharks. Then Gators. Now… ‘Hungry’ Hippos [Image]

The film is produced by Ben Jacques, with executive production from Marc Goldberg and Sarah Gabriel of Signature Films. The visual and makeup effects are crafted by Dan Martin and Magic Dust VFX, respectively. "Hungry" is positioned within a recent trend of animal attack films, joining others like "Primate" and the upcoming "Coyotes."

First Look at Hippo Horror ‘Hungry’ Starring Madison Davenport

"Hungry" has already secured distribution deals in various regions, including A contracorriente in Spain, CDC in Latin America, Phoenicia in the Middle East, Daro in Eastern Europe, and Garsu Pasaulio Irasai in the Baltics. Additional rights have been sold to Lionsgate Play in India, Suraya in Malaysia and Singapore, Sahamongkol in Thailand, Pioneer in the Philippines, Tanweer in Turkey, FilmBridge in Mongolia, and Exponenta in the CIS.

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Ella Field, EVP of International Sales at Capture, expressed enthusiasm for the film, stating, “We are beyond excited to introduce a new animal apex killer to the film market, one that has been overlooked and underestimated despite its colossal stature and its ferocity. A new – very real – fear will be unlocked for all those attending the screening.”

First Sharks. Then Gators. Now… ‘Hungry’ Hippos [Image]

While the film's unique premise has garnered interest, some critics question the necessity of another animal attack movie. They argue that the genre may be oversaturated, potentially diminishing the impact of new entries like "Hungry."

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"Hungry" is set to continue its sales efforts at the European Film Market in Berlin, where it aims to attract further international interest. As the film approaches its release, more promotional material and updates are anticipated.

First Look at Hippo Horror ‘Hungry’ Starring Madison Davenport

• “We are beyond excited to introduce a new animal apex killer to the film market, one that has been overlooked and underestimated despite its colossal stature and its ferocity. A new — very real — fear will be unlocked for all those attending the screening.” — Ella Field, EVP of International Sales at Capture.

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