Visionary director Alexandre Aja, renowned for his work on horror masterpieces like “Crawl,” makes a chilling return to the genre with his latest project, “Never Let Go.” This time, he collaborates with Hollywood legend Halle Berry, who takes the lead role in this gripping folk horror film. The movie is further bolstered by the production expertise of Shawn Levy, known for his work on “Deadpool” and “Wolverine.” The compelling script, written by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby, initially had the involvement of Mark Romanek before Coughlin and Grassby ultimately took the reins.

In “Never Let Go,” Halle Berry stars alongside emerging talents Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins. Berry portrays a devoted mother caring for her two children in an isolated cabin, where their family has long been menaced by a malevolent spirit. Despite the supernatural threat, their unbreakable familial bond has kept them safe—until one of her sons begins to question the reality of the evil presence. This skepticism shatters their unity, forcing the family into a desperate struggle for survival against a relentless otherworldly force. Watch the gripping trailer for “Never Let Go” below:

“Never Let Go” heralds Aja’s much-anticipated return to Hollywood after a brief hiatus. His last English-language film, the critically acclaimed “Crawl,” immersed audiences in a nail-biting tale of a father and daughter trapped in a hurricane-ravaged Florida town overrun by alligators. The film received widespread acclaim, including praise from Quentin Tarantino, who named it one of his favorite films of 2019.

“Never Let Go” (2024) promises to be another stellar entry in the horror-thriller genre. The film is directed by Alexandre Aja, whose previous works include “The Hills Have Eyes” and “Crawl.” It benefits from the creative collaboration of minds behind successful projects like “Stranger Things” and “Arrival.” In this new psychological thriller/horror film, an overpowering evil threatens to overtake the world outside, and the only sanctuary for Berry’s character and her twin sons is their home and their close-knit family bond. They must stay connected at all times, even going so far as to tether themselves together with ropes to ensure they never let go of one another. However, when one of the boys starts doubting the existence of the malevolent force, their fragile unity is disrupted, igniting a terrifying battle for survival.

Set to release on September 27, 2024, “Never Let Go” is directed by Alexandre Aja and stars Halle Berry, Percy Daggs IV, and Anthony B. Jenkins. The script is penned by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby. The film is produced by 21 Laps Entertainment and distributed by Lionsgate Films. For more information, visit the official website at https://www.neverletgo.movie/.

Alexandre Aja continues to solidify his status as a formidable force in Hollywood horror. Before making “Crawl,” Aja had already made waves with his controversial 2003 European horror film “High Tension” (also known as “Haute Tension” or “Switchblade Romance”). The film featured a seemingly straightforward premise of a maniacal killer chasing girls but ended with a twist that left audiences puzzled. This early success led to Aja directing the American remake of Wes Craven’s cult classic “The Hills Have Eyes,” which was both graphically violent and expertly crafted, earning it significant attention during the 2000s remake boom.

Halle Berry’s career has flourished since her role in the divisive “Catwoman.” Here are some of her standout performances since that 2004 superhero film.

Aja’s subsequent films may not have garnered universal acclaim, but titles like “Piranha 3D” and “Crawl” have maintained his reputation as a master of horror. In 2021, Aja returned to his roots with Netflix’s French-language sci-fi thriller “Oxygen,” an outstanding example of single-character horror. Starring Mélanie Laurent as a woman who awakens in a cryogenic chamber with depleting oxygen, the film received critical acclaim and holds an impressive 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Along with “Crawl,” which boasts an 84% rating on the same platform, “Oxygen” stands as one of Aja’s highest-rated films. Will “Never Let Go” continue this streak of success? Only time will tell. Meanwhile, check out the film’s poster below:

“Never Let Go” will have its exclusive theatrical release on September 20, 2024, following its premiere at Fantastic Fest one day earlier.