IFC Films Horror movies have been on a roll recently, with last year’s M3GAN and Insidious: The Red Door earning massive amounts of cash at the box office. They’ve been critical darlings too, with Skinamarink and 2024’s The First Omen getting praise for their elegantly crafted scares. But how many of these horror movies have been truly disturbing by dishing out some of the most graphic deaths ever? In A Violent Nature is that horror movie.
Ever since its premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, the film has been building hype for its outrageous and gory deaths, as well as its unique approach to the slasher subgenre. Digital Trends recently talked to the movie’s director, Chris Nash, about why he opted to center his narrative around the killer rather than his victims, why there are two different versions of the movie, and potential sequels plans for the sure-to-be breakout horror hit of the season. Recommended Videos Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
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