‘Evil is revealed’
Aura is a 2018 British supernatural horror film written and directed by Steve Lawson (Hellriser; KillerSaurus; Nocturnal Activity), based on a storyline by co-producer Jonathan Sothcott (Eat Locals; Fanged Up; Strippers vs. Werewolves; et al). The Hereford Films production stars Shane Taylor, Rula Lenska and Denise Moreno.
Mitch Walker and his pregnant wife Denise look to start a new life in the home he has inherited from his late uncle; a decision resented by his mother, who is convinced that no good can come from a house that harbours such a dark history.
In her childhood, Mitch’s sister Karen suffered a horrifying trauma inside the house that changed her life forever, causing her to be institutionalised in a near-catatonic state. With the blame placed on her uncle, the family was never the same again.
In a bid to heal the wounds of the past, Mitch brings Karen home, but soon discovers that her condition is the result of an evil force that has possessed her for most of her life.
Working with local clairvoyant Ada, Mitch is thrust into battle with a terrifying demonic presence. Facing insurmountable odds, he must uncover the truth buried within the house and find the key – an old camera designed for Kirlian photography (the practice of capturing a subject’s ‘aura’) – that may save his sister’s life…
Hereford Films CEO Jonathan Sothcott commented: “We are incredibly proud of Aura; it’s a terrific horror movie and we believe it will give us the momentum to become a major player in the genre.
I don’t believe there has ever been a horror story brought to the screen that revolves around Kirlian photography, so what we have is a truly unique concept, and one that I’ve wanted to turn into a movie for years.
It’s certainly a rare feat to find something that’s never been done before, especially in horror, and I’m very pleased to present Aura this summer. It delivers, and we’re already working on a sequel.”
In the UK, Aura will be released on DVD on November 8, 2018, by 4Digital Media. Meanwhile, a US DVD release via Sony is slated for August 2018.
Cast and characters:
- Shane Taylor … Mitch – Devil’s Playground; The Day of the Triffids TV mini-series
- Rula Lenska … Ada – Inside No. 9 TV series; Son of Nosferatu short; Doctor Who; Queen Kong
- Denise Moreno … Karen
- Janine Nerissa … Diane
- Jay Sutherland … Simms
- Steven Dolton … Uncle Alexander – Hellriser; The Curse of Robert; KillerSaurus; Nocturnal Activity; Zombie Undead
- Jane MacFarlane … Elaine
- Freya Green … Young Karen
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