Red Carpet Coverage of Heretic @TIFF2024

FERNTV covered the red carpet premiere of Heretic, A24’s latest horror film directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, at the Toronto International Film Festival. The event featured Hugh Grant and Sophie Thatcher, both of whom shared insights about their roles. Grant, who plays Mr. Reed, discussed how his character’s blend of charm and menace adds a psychological edge to the story. Thatcher, who portrays Sister Barnes, highlighted the intense emotional and spiritual challenges her character faces in this dialogue-driven horror film, which tackles themes of faith, manipulation, and autonomy​

FERNTV also took a nostalgic turn, asking Grant about his role in the 1988 cult classic The Lair of the White Worm. Grant reflected on how his early horror experience differs from Heretic, emphasizing the growth in his approach to darker, more nuanced characters. His candid responses added a layer of personal reflection to the event, offering a unique contrast between his early and current horror performances. The premiere underscored Heretic’s ambition to go beyond traditional horror tropes, presenting a cerebral take on religious and psychological tension​