Humane
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The story takes place months after a global ecological collapse, which has forced world leaders to take extreme measures to reduce the earth’s population. In a wealthy enclave, a recently retired newsman has invited his grown children to dinner to announce his intentions to enlist in the nation’s new euthanasia program. But when the father’s plan goes horribly awry, tensions flare and chaos erupts among his children.
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IFC Films distributes to limited theaters in the US, followed by a release on Shudder later in the year. (3/4/24)
Scott Shooman, head of AMC Networks’ Film Group was quoted saying: "Caitlin has crafted a provocative directorial debut exuding a timeliness and evocative social critique that highlights one of the most assured and exciting new voices to contend with." (3/4/24)
Emily Gotto, Shudder’s VP of global acquisitions & co-productions was quoted saying: "With ‘Humane,’ Caitlin has delivered a wickedly smart, humorous and socially relevant thriller with exceptional performances from its outstanding cast. We can’t wait to share this chilling, prescient satire with Shudder members." (3/4/24)
Filmed in Hamilton, Ontario.
The feature film directorial debut of Caitlin Cronenberg, who is the daughter of David Cronenberg (Videodrome, The Fly, A History of Violence, Crimes of the Future).
Described as a "dystopian satire taking place over a single day."