UK horror film Splintered grabs spot on Coronation Street
UK horror film Splintered grabs spot on Coronation Street
Monday, 22, Mar 2010 02:39
By inthenews.co.uk staff.
A horror movie from the north-west of England has been selected to feature in scenes from the nation's favorite soap opera Coronation Street.
Splintered, the latest feature to emerge from Greater Manchester's Not Number Productions, follows a troubled teen forced to confront her inner demons when rescued from the jaws of death by a mysterious, psychotic stranger.
The film has already had a number of successful festival appearances and will now be seen in both Friday night episodes of the soap on March 26th.
Commenting, Splintered director Simeon Halligan said: "I'm really chuffed Splintered plays a key role in Friday's episode of Coronation Street. And of course, having worked at Granada TV for many years myself - and actually on Corrie itself back in the 90s it seems fitting the movie gets a nod here before its UK release in July!"
The film will be used as a backdrop for scenes involving teen characters Sian and Sophie, whose friendship has been tested in a recent storyline following Sian's decision to break a vow of chastity. It is expected this thread will lead to Sophie questioning her own sexuality.
The pair will be seen watching Splintered as part of a double date, however, the psychological chiller only serves to heighten the already awkward atmosphere.
"It's undoubtedly tough to compete in the UK film industry," added Splintered producer Rachel Richardson Jones.
"You have to make the most of every potential plug. So when the call came in from Coronation Street, I jumped at the chance to showcase our film."
In addition to a number of other film projects, Not a Number is also behind the Grimm up North horror festival. The event brought genre fans, stars and movie lovers from across the UK to Manchester for a weekend of Halloween fun last year and it has since been confirmed the fest will be back for 2010.