The new horror film “Immaculate” hits theaters March 22, directed by Michael Mohan (“The Voyeurs”) and starring Sydney Sweeney (“Anyone You,” “Madame Web”).
Sydney Sweeney talks about “Immaculate. “
Moviefone recently had the excitement to sit down with actress and producer Sydney Sweeney to talk about her work on “Immaculate,” her first reaction to the script, why she wanted to make the film, her character, in collaboration with director Michael. Mohan and why he loves horror movies.
You can read the full interview below or click on the video player above to watch our interview.
Sydney Sweeney in “Immaculate. ” Photo: Neon.
Moviefone: First of all, what was your first reaction to the script and, as a producer and actress, why did you need to make this film?
Sydney Sweeney: My first reaction was that I was quite young, I was 16 and I was very captivated by the character’s journey. She was almost such an unforeseen “final girl” that you don’t know what’s going to happen. It’s an unforeseen turning point, she’s afraid, she’s silent, and then she discovers that inner strength that completely loses her. He’s a lot of fun as an actor. So, to see a character from a horror genre be able to have such a cool arc, it intrigued me. I also love horror movies, I grew up watching them with my dad. So, I felt like this one was just exclusive and cool. I like the fact that a lot of the elements also had to do with reality, which I found interesting.
Sydney Sweeney in “Immaculate. ” Photo: Neon.
MF: Cecilia had a traumatic experience before the film began. Can you tell us about that, why you moved to the convent, and what you hope to get out of that experience?
SS: So when she was young, she had a near-death experience and wondered why it was in storage. She felt as if God had really touched her in some way and saved her life, and she felt like she owed it to someone. bigger than it was. He never really figured out where he grew up, within his family. He never really felt like he belonged. She felt like an outcast. So, he started going to church and felt a net he had never felt before. She had become something bigger than herself. He then sought to serve God in a more effective and meaningful way. She got in touch with other priests who moved her and then ended up in Italy.
Sydney Sweeney in “Immaculate. ” Photo: Neon.
MF: You’re running, screaming, and crying during the movie. Was it an emotionally and physically difficult role for you?
SS: That’s true, but I’m very excited. I felt so much adrenaline participating in this task to such a level that I didn’t need it to end the day. I hated it when we called Wrap. Je I wanted to be there, just to help and do as much as I could.
Sydney Sweeney in “Immaculate. ” Photo: Neon.
MF: You talked about how you like horror movies. I’m curious, is it fun to make a horror movie and what do you like about the genre?
SS: It’s a laugh. It’s funny because every time people ask, “Is this dark and hard?Is it hard to get ahead? I find that sometimes, in the most heartbreaking or darkest scenes, everyone has a great time. “”I’m soaked in blood, we’re all laughing and running. But I love the horror genre. I like the fact that you can push the boundaries, like there are no regulations in the world. I think it’s just a laugh to play cinematically, from a character standpoint, from a storytelling standpoint, and I think it’s a lot of fun.
(From left to right) Sydney Sweeney and director Michael Mohan on the set of “Immaculate. “Photo: Neon.
MF: Finally, how was the collaboration with director Michael Mohan on set?
SS: I love Michael. I’ve been racing with him since I was 19. This is our third task together. He is an incredibly collaborative user because he listens, cares about everyone, and is very caring. But he also has that vision and he sticks to that vision, but he also listens to me and brings me to the table. .
“Not all interventions are divine. ” 63R1 hr 29 minMar 12, 2024Schedules & Tickets
Cecilia, an American nun of pious faith, embarks on a new adventure in a secluded convent in the picturesque Italian countryside. Cecilia’s welcome is temporarily extended. . . Read the plot
A deeply devout woman named Cecilia (Sydney Sweeney) is presented with a role in an illustrious convent in the Italian countryside. It soon turns out that his new and probably better house holds terrible secrets.
Sydney Sweeney in “Immaculate. ” Photo: Neon.