Hereditary star is returning to horror with, an upcoming horror thriller described as a post-apocalyptic feature “with a Halloween twist.” The Hallowarrior is written and directed by Ben Sottak, based on his short film Scavenger.
The film, which has already finished production in Syracuse, N.Y., follows plague survivor Pumpkin (set to be played by Shapiro), who also happens to be the last girl on earth.
According to Variety, Shapiro will be joined by A Knight’s Tale star Shannyn Sossamon in the upcoming horror movie. Rounding out the cast are Ajani Russell (Betty) and AJ Bowen (You’re Next).
Per the outlet’s description, The Hallowarrior will see Shapiro’s Pumpkin “scavenging the wasteland for supplies on the eve of Halloween.
Pumpkin’s lonely holiday ritual is interrupted by the arrival of a savage gang of raiders at her doorstep, led by the fearsome Thalia (Sossamon).