Trending Now - Emilia Clarke and Victoria Pedretti Star in Cannes-bound Horror Film

WHO:

Deadline - The film stars Emilia Clarke, Marlon Williams, and Victoria Pedretti.

Variety - The film is produced by Bleecker Street and directed by James Ashcroft.

WHAT:

Deadline - Cornerstone has acquired international sales rights to the horror feature "When Darkness Loves Us."

Variety - Cornerstone will handle sales and distribution of the film, excluding New Zealand and Australia.

WHERE:

Deadline - The film will be introduced to buyers at the Cannes Film Market.

Variety - The film is set to launch sales at the Cannes Film Market.

WHEN:

Deadline - The Cannes Film Market will take place in 2026.

Variety - The film "When Darkness Loves Us" is an upcoming release.

WHY:

Deadline - The acquisition of international sales rights is part of Cornerstone's strategy to expand its portfolio in the horror genre.

HOW:

Deadline - Cornerstone will manage the sales and distribution process for the film.

(UPDATED April 22, 2026 15:24 UTC)

Cornerstone has acquired the international sales rights to the upcoming horror feature "When Darkness Loves Us," which stars Emilia Clarke, Marlon Williams, and Victoria Pedretti, and is directed by James Ashcroft. The film will be introduced to buyers at the Cannes Film Market in 2026, where Cornerstone will handle sales and distribution, excluding New Zealand and Australia. This acquisition is part of Cornerstone's strategy to expand its portfolio in the horror genre.