The Severed Sun, a religious folk horror film, has released its trailer and poster.

      Dark Star Pictures has unveiled a poster and trailer for the British folk horror film The Severed Sun. Written and directed by Dean Puckett, the story follows Magpie, a young woman who unleashes a supernatural creature that preys on her community after murdering her abusive husband.

      The cast features Emma Appleton, Toby Stephens, Barney Harris, Lewis Gribben, Oliver Maltman, and James Swanton. You can watch the trailer below…

      In a secluded religious community, Magpie kills her abusive spouse, awakening a supernatural Beast. She becomes ostracized, and as the Beast wreaks havoc, a ruthless witch hunt begins, fracturing the community.

      The Severed Sun will be released in theaters and digitally on May 16th.

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