First Trailer for Australian Farm Thriller ‘In Vitro’ Starring Talia Zucker
by Alex Billington
August 6, 2024
Source: YouTube
“What do you think would happen if people found out about it?” Madman Films in Australia has revealed a first look official trailer for an indie sci-fi thriller titled In Vitro, made by the two filmmakers Will Howarth & Tom McKeith. On a struggling cattle farm set some years in the future, a woman discovers the unsettling consequences of her husband’s animal breeding technology. This is a sneaky lo-fi sci-fi film. It’s premiering at the 2024 Melbourne Film Festival (MIFF) after initially debuting at the Sydney Film Festival. “Unnatural selection.” One night, everything changes when a storm knocks out the power and they soon discover that something unknown has has been released onto the farm. But as Layla discovers more about the mysterious presence and Jack’s behaviour becomes increasingly controlling, Layla finally uncovers a secret that brings her face to face with the reality of her relationship with Jack and life on the ranch. Starring Talia Zucker and Ashley Zukerman, with Will Howarth. It almost makes me wonder if this is Australia’s Lamb, but who knows? The trailer doesn’t reveal much yet. But this definitely does look like one to watch out for soon.
Here’s the festival promo trailer for Will Howarth & Tom McKeith’s film In Vitro, direct from YouTube:
Layla and her husband Jack live on a remote cattle farm hundreds of miles from any town. The ongoing climate crisis has had a devastating impact on the agricultural industry and Jack has been working on an alternative process for breeding cattle. However, it’s been a lonely existence on the farm, and their once loving relationship is not what it used to be. While Jack now spends his days tending to the livestock and experimenting with new biotechnology, Layla pines to be with her son. One night it all changes when a blackout occurs across the property and Jack is attacked. When Layla inspects his wounds, Jack assures her that everything is fine and that it was just an accident with the cattle. But something doesn’t add up to Layla and she cannot shake her worry. When Layla starts to search the property and investigate, Jack’s behaviour grows increasingly controlling until Layla discovers a disturbing presence hidden on the farm.
In Vitro is co-directed by indie filmmakers Will Howarth (an actor making his feature directorial debut) & Tom McKeith (director of the film Beast and other short films previously) making their first feature film together. The screenplay is written by Will Howarth, Tom McKeith, and Talia Zucker. It’s produced by Bec Janek, Lisa Shaunessy, Rachael Fung, and Will Howarth. Featuring music composed by Helena Czajka. This initially premiered at the Sydney Film Festival, and is also screening at the 2024 Melbourne Film Festival in Australia soon. No other release dates are set – stay tuned for more updates. Look any good? Who’s curious?
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