Archive · 26 Jan 2026
A24's 'undertone' Premieres at Sundance
A new horror movie called 'undertone' was shown at the Sundance Film Festival.
It's different from other scary movies because it doesn't rely on jump scares or gory visuals.
Instead, it uses sound to create a creepy atmosphere.
The story is about a woman named Evy who hosts a paranormal podcast with her co-host Justin.
They receive mysterious audio files that seem to be connected to a pregnant couple experiencing strange and terrifying events.
Evy is also dealing with personal issues, like taking care of her dying mother and an unplanned pregnancy.
The movie is unique because it's mostly a one-woman show, with most of the action happening through sound and voiceovers.
The director, Ian Tuason, was inspired by his own experiences caring for his dying parents.
The movie is set to be released by A24 Films in March 2026.
A24's 'undertone' premiered at the Sundance Film Festival's Midnights section, focusing on auditory horror.
The film is directed by Ian Tuason, inspired by his experiences caregiving for his dying parents.
It follows a paranormal podcast host, Evy, who receives mysterious audio files tied to a pregnant couple's terror.
The movie relies heavily on sound design and psychological suspense rather than visual scares.
Evy, played by Nina Kiri, deals with personal struggles including her mother's impending death and an unplanned pregnancy.
- Who
- Director Ian Tuason, cast including Nina Kiri, Adam DiMarco, and Michele Duquet
- What
- Premiere of the horror film 'undertone' at the Sundance Film Festival
- When
- Premiered on Saturday night at the Sundance Film Festival
- Where
- Sundance Film Festival, initially won the audience award at Fantasia Film Festival
- Why
- To showcase the film's unique approach to horror, focusing on soundscapes and psychological suspense
- Festival
- Sundance – Midnights
- Distributor
- A24 Films
- Release Date
- March 13, 2026
- Director/Screenplay
- Ian Tuason
- Cast
- Nina Kiri, Adam DiMarco, Michele Duquet
- Running Time
- 1 hour and 34 minutes
- Producers
- Dan Slater and Cody Calahan