Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Rocks Cannes With Lesbian Sex Horror
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma," a queer slasher film directed by Hannah Einbinder's third feature, premiered at Cannes' Un Certain Regard section, receiving a six-minute standing ovation and mixed audience reactions.
- The film, starring Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, offers a biting and humorous critique of Hollywood reboot culture, blending over-the-top slasher scenes with sharp social commentary.
- The narrative centers on a young director reviving a fading slasher franchise and her complex relationship with the original film's reclusive star, exploring themes of desire, fear, and delirium.
- Director Emma Seligman, known for previous Sundance premieres, continues her exploration of trans identity and queer horror, with support from a notable ensemble cast.
- Mubi will release the film in U.S. theaters on August 7, positioning it as a polarizing, cult-appeal genre piece for fans of innovative queer cinema.