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Alienated filmmaker hopeful Pat Johnson's epic story of growing up in rural Illinois, falling in love and becoming the first fan of the movie that changed everything.
An unhappy woman who is tired of being pushed around decides to combine her love of clowning, serial killers and classic movie monsters into a night of bloody horror the world will never forget.
Amy and her adopted son Adrian are on the run from her abusive ex-girlfriend, Judith, and take refuge in her family's abandoned farmhouse. Soon, a supernatural force from Amy's dark past rises up and begins haunting Adrian.
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It's a busy time for festivals and here's the latest from the spring events:
Cannes 16 titles added to line-up
Cannes Carla Simón heads short film jury
Cannes Directors' Fortnight selection
Cannes Payal Kapadia heads Critics' Week jury