Martin Freeman dives into folk horror 'Queen of Bones': 'We are so happy to be back in business'

The Uncanny Journey of 'Queen of Bones' - Martin Freeman Digs into Folk Horror

Martin Freeman, the BAFTA and Emmy Award winner, renowned for his portrayal of Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit, and memorable roles in Black Panther, Captain America: Civil War, among others, has embarked on a new, uncanny journey in the genre of folk horror with 'Queen of Bones.' As reported by Deadline on August 30, 2022, the film, directed by Robert Budreau, is under production in Canada and boasts a powerful ensemble cast.

'Queen of Bones': A Journey into the Unseen

Set against the backdrop of 1931 Oregon, the story unveils through twin siblings Lily (Julia Butters) and Sam (Jacob Tremblay) living at a remote homestead with their widowed father, Malcolm (Freeman), a violinmaker. The children stumble upon an Icelandic spell book in their cellar, and they start connecting the dots between their mother's mysterious death and the malevolent forces haunting their woods. Freeman's character, Malcolm, along with Ida May (Taylor Schilling), are suspected of hiding the truth.

"I am thrilled to be working with such a stellar cast to bring this amazing Depression-era folk horror script to life," Budreau excitedly stated, also expressing his enthusiasm about collaborating with Appian Way and his past partners at Productivity Media.

The Stellar Ensemble Driving 'Queen of Bones'

The high-profile cast comprises Critics' Choice Award nominees, Emmy, and BAFTA Award winners, giving a hint of the film's promise. The talented Julia Butters, lauded for her role in Quentin Tarantino’s 'Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood,' and Jacob Tremblay, celebrated for performances in 'Room' and 'Wonder,' join Freeman to add depth to the narrative.

Not to forget, Taylor Schilling, best known for her lead role in Netflix’s 'Orange Is the New Black,' plays Ida May, adding more star power to the already shining cast. "We are so happy to be back in business with Robert as a director on another film for Productivity Media," added Santor, from Productivity Media.

On the production front, the film is a combined effort of Appian Way, Lumanity Productions, and Productivity Media, who have a rich history of delivering critically acclaimed films. Freeman fans are eagerly waiting for 'Queen of Bones,' which adds a thrilling new chapter to his versatile acting career.

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