Just like Twitter or Tiktok, Reddit is one built on (usually Forged) stories – some funny, some sad, and some downright terrifying.anything can become a tv show Or movie, Reddit’s scariest (and most viral) horror stories are being adapted for the small screen in an upcoming series Stories from the void.
Every typeThe six-episode show will be available on streaming service Screambox later this year.Judging from the premise, this is an anthology series with an old style feel goosebumps TV show or recent AMC show creep show. Each episode is based on popular stories on the r/NoSleep Reddit subreddit, such as Matt Dymerski’s “The Black Square,” Rebecca Klingel’s “Betsy the Doll,” and Manen Lyset’s “I Once Hacked a Baby Monitor.” Series directors include filmmakers such as Joe Lynch (confusion), Marit Lee Gao (lay a rose on her grave) and co-showrunner Francisco Los Chavio (refugee).
“From creepy dolls to unborn children, from unexplained intrusions to paranormal phenomena, unsolved mysteries to serial murders, Stories from the void Drawing from a wide range of horror sub-genres, each episode pays homage to classic and cult films from the eighties and nineties. ” website. “Each story blends genre thriller with social commentary, exploring the darker sides of the human psyche.
executive producer Brad Miska wrote in a press release story “An in-depth look at the essence of horror films from the unique perspectives of some of the luminaries of the modern horror world. As someone who grew up Tales from the Crypt and creep show, I’m obsessed with the anthology and can’t wait for horror fans to see these classic Sleepless Night stories come to life. “
“This series is a love letter to the r/NoSleep community,” Lovaschio continued, saying it will “celebrate the breadth and depth of the horror genre. We put a lot of time and effort into curating and adapting these stories and will We look forward to seeing the audience’s reaction when it comes to television.”
Stories from the void Will be available on Screambox in the fall.
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