Tearsucker is a 2023 American horror film about emotionally vulnerable women who are preyed on by a charming psychopath who wants to suck their tears.
Directed and co-produced by Stephen Vanderpool from a screenplay written by co-lead actor and co-producer Sam Brittan. Also produced by Robert Campbell.
The movie stars Allison Walter, Sam Brittan, Emily Yetter, Danielle McRae Spisso and Matthew W. Roberts.
Plot:
Lilly (Allison Walter), is an emotionally vulnerable trauma survivor who is desperate to heal and get on with her life. Despite the support of her best friend Deb (Danielle Mcrae Spisso), Lilly is completely isolated.
When she crosses paths with a charming stranger, Tom (Sam Brittan), at the park, she feels hope for the first time in months. Tom sweeps Lilly off her feet and invites her on a romantic weekend getaway. However, things take a disturbing turn when Lily discovers that Tom has an unusual appetite for tears… and will stop at nothing to get them.”
“Tearsucker is a unique, layered film meant to both entertain and provoke a discussion,” said writer/producer and lead actor Sam Brittan. “While the movie is stylish, super fun, and creepy as hell, it also grapples with the very real subjects of trauma and abuse – so each person who watches it is going to experience the film in their own unique way.”
Release date:
The world premiere of Tearsucker will be at the Chattanooga Film Festival on Sunday, June 25, 2023, with virtual tickets also available.
Tearsucker will be available to rent/own on all digital internet, cable, and satellite platforms, as well as on DVD, on July 7, 2023, via Freestyle Digital Media.
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