Collective Imagination offers a first look at the teaser trailer, cast, official poster & Kickstarter for the
upcoming horror film, WATER RITES. The film is in the vein of classic folk horror films with a
modern twist. Think The Wicker Man meets Midsommar with a dash of Get out.
“A young couple takes a break from their work-a-day lives by spending the summer at a secluded
lakefront community. After unwittingly uncovering the locals’ secrets, the couple’s idyllic retreat
quickly turns into something which neither of them can return from.”
This is the second feature film from writer/director Dean Jacobs. His first feature, The TRIP was
acquired by Terror Films and is currently available to stream on most major platforms. In addition to
writing & directing ‘Water Rites’, Jacobs will play the role of “James Anders” in the film. The film
also stars Katy Bentz in the lead role. Bentz is a talented actor, popular Twitch streamer and social
media influencer. She’s best known for voicing the role of “Steph Gingrich” in the ‘Life is Strange’
video game series.
Horror icon Lynn Lowry is also a part of the ensemble cast. Lowry, one of the original ‘Scream
Queens’, is best known for her roles in David Cronenberg’s SHIVERS and George Romero’s The
Crazies. She’s been a staple of horror for the past 50 years.
Evan Sloan will also be returning for ‘Water Rites’, serving as Producer on the film and also acting in
a principal role.
The filmmakers are in the thick of pre-production right now, with the intention to begin principal
photography in Lake Arrowhead, CA early next year. The story is set and the film will be shot in the
small resort community just an hour & 1/2 outside of Los Angeles. Though names have been
changed and creative liberties taken, the town, the lake, and the history behind it were the
inspiration for this film.
The Kickstarter is currently live. The creative team hopes to raise $25K in additional funding through
their crowdfunding campaign.
*Trailer, Kickstarter and social links below. Official poster art attached.
KICKSTARTER:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/waterritesfilm/water-rites-an-independent-horror-film
SOCIALS:
Twitter: @WaterRitesFilm
Instagram: @WaterRitesFilm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/WaterRitesFilm
