CLAYFACE
OCTOBER 23
NATIONWIDE
Directed by James Watkins and written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, Clayface follows rising actor Matt Hagen, whose promising career is destroyed after a brutal attack leaves him horribly disfigured. Desperate to reclaim his life, he undergoes an experimental treatment that restores his appearance—but at a horrifying cost. As his body and mind begin to unravel, Hagen transforms into the shape-shifting monster known as Clayface in a tragic story of identity, obsession, and revenge. Blending psychological suspense with grotesque body horror, the film offers a fresh and unsettling take on one of DC's most iconic villains.
Fest Tip: If you're a fan of practical creature effects and classic body horror, make it a double feature by revisiting The Fly (1986) before heading to the theater. The filmmakers have cited classic body horror as a major inspiration, making it the perfect way to set the mood.
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