A truly Queensland horror story is currently unfolding.
The production of Posthumous, a chilling supernatural horror film created by local production company Imposter Syndrome, is now underway.
Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney said the movie emphasised the importance of investing in homegrown talent.
Ms Feeney said Posthumous was written, directed and produced by Queensland filmmakers Josh Tanner and Jade van der Lei (The Landing, Wandering Soul).
“Posthumous follows Zoe, a woman drawn back to her family home to confront a powerful supernatural force that resurfaces after secrets surrounding her long-deceased mother are exhumed,” she said.
Ms Feeney said the film was shot on location in Brisbane and at Pinnacle Films Studios on the Gold Coast.
She said Imposter Syndrome’s debut feature film boasted a powerhouse all-Australian cast including Sophie Lowe (Blow The Man Down, The Dive), David Roberts (Spit, A Savage Christmas), Doris Younane (Five Bedrooms, Apple Cider Vinegar), Remy Hii (Spiderman: Far From Home, Crazy Rich Asians), Christopher James Baker (Boy Swallows Universe, Ozark), newcomer Kira-Che Heelan, George Pullar (Deadloch, C*A*U*G*H*T) and Mia Morrissey (Together, Totally Completely Fine).
“We have supported Josh and Jade’s careers across several talent development initiatives over the years and are proud to have backed their debut feature Posthumous from script to screen.
“This film is a testament to Queensland’s creative firepower and the incredible depth of talent in our industry. Screen Queensland’s Attachment program helps sustain and build local crew skills, and we are delighted to also support Sunshine Coast filmmaker Siobhan Mulready as Director’s Attachment on this project.”
Queensland Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek said the film highlighted Brisbane’s growing reputation as a sought-after filming location for both local and international productions.
“Posthumous is another example of the incredible pipeline of work being created right here in Queensland,” Minister Langbroek said.
He said the production would employ around 150 local cast and crew and inject $3.7 million into the state’s economy.
