Are you ready for a horror movie that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than Herd, a thrilling new film from director Steven Pierce. In theaters and available on digital/VOD on October 13th, Herd is a multilayered horror film that explores the dangers of group-think and the lengths people will go to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.
When Jamie Miller (Ellen Adair) and her wife, Alex Kanai (Mitzi Akaha), go on a canoe trip in rural Missouri, they find themselves stranded after an accident. As they make their way to the nearest small town, they discover that it has been overrun by virus-infected “Heps” and extreme right-wing local militias. The two women must navigate this dangerous landscape and fight for survival.
what sets Herd apart from other horror films is its exploration of group-think and its effects on the human psyche. Director Steven Pierce uses the horror genre to examine how otherwise normal people can be driven to heinous acts when they are part of a larger group. The film’s blistering pace never lets up, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as they witness the horrors that unfold.
The film features an impressive cast, including Ellen Adair (The Sinner, Homeland), Mitzi Akaha (Modern Love Tokyo), Jeremy Holm (House of Cards, Mr. Robot), Amanda Fuller (Starry Eyes, Last Man Standing), Dana Snyder (Aqua Teen Hunger Force), Brandon James Ellis (Iron Fist), Jeremy Lawson (TV’s Walker, TV’s The Real O’Neals), Corbin Bernsen (L.A. Law, Major League, The Dentist), and Timothy V. Murphy (Sons of Anarchy, Criminal Minds).
Don’t miss out on the thrilling ride that is Herd.
With its thought-provoking exploration of group-think and its relentless pace, this film is sure to satisfy even the most dedicated horror fans. Be sure to catch it in theaters and on digital/VOD on October 13th.
