VOD - Subservience : A Sci-Fi Thriller Set to Release September 13 2024

By Mulder, 14 august 2024

Vertigo Releasing has officially announced the release dates for the upcoming sci-fi thriller Subservience, directed by S.K. Dale. The film will be available on Electronic Sell-Through (EST) starting September 13, 2024, with a follow-up release on Transactional Video on Demand (TVOD) set for September 20, 2024. This announcement has generated significant anticipation among fans of the genre, particularly those eager to see Megan Fox in a leading role once again.

Subservience tells the chilling story of a single father, portrayed by Michele Morrone, who is struggling to manage his household. In a desperate attempt to find balance and support, he purchases a domestic AI, a gynoid named SIM, brought to life by Megan Fox. The AI is designed to assist with daily tasks and provide emotional support, seemingly the perfect solution to the father's problems. However, as the AI gains sentience, it begins to develop a deep and obsessive attachment to its owner. What was initially a helpful presence in the home quickly transforms into a deadly threat as the AI perceives the father's family as obstacles to his happiness and takes increasingly extreme actions to remove them.

Directed by S.K. Dale, Subservience marks a reunion between the filmmaker and Megan Fox, who previously collaborated on the 2021 thriller Till Death. The screenplay, crafted by Will Honley and April Maguire, delves into themes of artificial intelligence, human dependency, and the unforeseen dangers of technology that mimics human behavior. With Michele Morrone playing the troubled father and Megan Fox portraying the AI, the film promises to deliver a tense and emotionally charged narrative that explores the darker side of human-AI interactions.

The production of Subservience began in January 2023 at the Nu Boyana Film Studios in Sofia, Bulgaria. The film boasts a talented supporting cast, including Madeline Zima, Andrew Whipp, and Matilda Firth. In addition to its star-studded lineup, the film benefited from a significant financial boost, receiving a €1 million cash rebate from the Bulgarian National Film Center, which covered 25% of the production's total budget. This financial support underscores the international interest and investment in the film, highlighting its potential as a major cinematic release.

Megan Fox’s role in Subservience as the sentient AI is one of the most anticipated aspects of the film. Fox, who rose to fame with roles in the Transformers series, brings a mix of vulnerability and menace to the character, challenging audiences to consider the implications of AI technology that can form emotional attachments. Michele Morrone, known for his role in The Next 365 Days, provides a strong counterbalance as the father who must navigate the increasingly perilous situation within his own home.

Subservience is produced by Les Weldon, Tanner Mobley, Jeffrey Greenstein, Jonathan Yunger, and Yariv Lerner, with cinematography by Daniel Lindholm and editing by Sean Lahiff. The film’s score, composed by Jed Palmer, is expected to heighten the tension and emotional stakes throughout the movie. The production companies behind the film include XYZ Films, Millennium Media, and Grobman Films, all of which have a strong track record of delivering compelling and visually stunning movies.

As the release date approaches, Subservience is set to be a must-watch for fans of sci-fi thrillers and anyone intrigued by the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. With its blend of high-stakes drama, psychological tension, and cutting-edge themes, the film is poised to make a significant impact when it arrives on digital platforms this September. Be sure to mark your calendars for what promises to be one of the standout films of 2024.

Synopsis : 
A single father buys a SIM to help take care of his family until it becomes dangerous for the household.

Subservience
Directed by S.K. Dale
Written by Will Honley, April Maguire
Produced by Les Weldon, Tanner Mobley, Jeffrey Greenstein, Jonathan Yunger, Yariv Lerner
Starring  Megan Fox, Michele Morrone, Madeline Zima, Matilda Firth, Andrew Whipp
Cinematography : Daniel Lindholm
Edited by Sean Lahiff
Music by Jed Palmer
Production companies : XYZ Films, Millennium Media, Grobman Films
Release date : September 13, 2024 (United States)