Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead are two of the most interesting filmmakers working today. Their specific brand of science-fiction in films such as Resolution, The Endless, and Synchronic have won them a legion of fans. Many of these fans are members of the FrightFest family and so anticipation for their latest film, Something in the Dirt, screening at this week’s Arrow Video FrightFest is sky high.
Filmed during the pandemic inside their own apartments, Something in the Dirt feels really personal. The pair star as Levi (Benson) and John (Moorhead), two neighbours who witness a supernatural event in their apartment building. Intrigued by the phenomena, the pair decide to document the happenings, but soon find themselves down a very paranoid rabbit-hole.
THN first caught Something in the Dirt at Sundance earlier this year. As with the previous projects from Benson and Moorhead, Something in the Dirt blew us away. It provides further proof that they are two of the most exciting artists currently working with the medium of film. Their projects continually push the boundary of budget, convention, and ideas connecting with audiences on a level not often experienced.
Having previously been fortunate to have spoken with the duo about The Endless, THN were thrilled to be able to discuss their latest masterpiece with them. We spoke to the duo just ahead of the premiere of FrightFest. During our interview we discussed making a movie during the pandemic, co-star Hungry Dave, and a shared love of The X-Files.
Something in the Dirt screens at Arrow Video FrightFest on Saturday 27th August at 10:30am. Tickets for Something in the Dirt can be purchased by heading to the FrightFest website here. Something in the Dirt will arrive later in the year via Lightbulb Films.
