John Carpenter, the legendary director of horror and sci-fi classics like Halloween and The Thing, is set to executive produce a supernatural horror anthology series for Elevation Pictures. The series, titled 'John Carpenter Presents', will be created and showrun by Michael Amo and Will Pascoe, known for their work on Pure and The Listener, respectively. Set in the remote wilderness of Alaska, the series will explore the hidden fears and social anxieties of our time through a chilling mix of supernatural and existential terror. Amo and Pascoe will share executive producer credits with Storm King Productions' Carpenter and Sandy King Carpenter.
This marks an expansion into TV for Elevation, a Canadian distributor and producer known for its film distribution powerhouse in Canada, releasing a mix of art house and multiplex fare from producers like A24 and Neon. The deal with Carpenter is a significant step for the company, as it ventures into the television space with the master of horror. Christina Piovesan of Elevation Pictures expressed excitement about the collaboration, praising the creative team's experience in writing and showrunning.
The series will channel Carpenter's iconic visual style and musical sensibility, as he wrote the scores and soundtracks for most of his movies. With its exploration of supernatural and existential themes, 'John Carpenter Presents' promises to be a thrilling addition to the horror genre, offering a unique blend of Carpenter's signature style and modern storytelling.
