Ancestral Beasts Trailer Drops Ahead of Fantasia Premiere

The trailer for the psychological horror film "Ancestral Beasts" has been released, ahead of its world premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival. The film centers on Elyse, a young Métis woman who returns to her ancestral home to address her mental health, only to be pursued by a grotesque creature. "Ancestral Beasts" was previously presented as a Proof of Concept project at Fantasia's Frontières Platform in 2025, where it garnered attention at Cannes' Marché du Film. It marked the first acquisition for Cercamon's new genre sales label. The film is directed by Adam Rehmeier and stars Kaniehtiio Horn as Elyse. The production companies involved include Fae Pictures and Vortex Media. The film's narrative explores themes of heritage, mental well-being, and the supernatural, drawing from Métis folklore. The Fantasia World Premiere is scheduled for July 2024, with further festival screenings and a planned theatrical release to follow. The trailer offers a glimpse into the film's atmospheric tension and creature design, hinting at a blend of psychological dread and visceral horror. "Ancestral Beasts" aims to deliver a unique take on the creature feature genre, grounded in cultural specificity and character-driven drama. The film's journey from a Proof of Concept to a full feature production highlights its strong initial reception and market appeal within the genre film community.