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Filming took place from October 2022 to February 2023 in [[Mexico City]] and is set to be theatrically released on September 29, 2023, by [[Lionsgate Films]]. |
Filming took place from October 2022 to February 2023 in [[Mexico City]] and is set to be theatrically released on September 29, 2023, by [[Lionsgate Films]]. |
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== Premise == |
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Set between the events of Saw I and Saw II, a sick and desperate John travels to Mexico for a risky and experimental medical procedure in hopes of a miracle cure for his cancer — only to discover the entire operation is a scam to defraud the most vulnerable. Armed with a newfound purpose, the infamous serial killer returns to his work, turning the tables on the con artists in his signature visceral way through devious, deranged and ingenious traps. <ref> https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/saw-x-first-look-tobin-bell-jigsaw-killer-1235540383/</ref> |
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== Cast == |
== Cast == |
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Directed by | Kevin Greutert |
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Produced by | |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Nick Matthews |
Edited by | Kevin Greutert |
Music by | Charlie Clouser |
Production company | |
Distributed by | Lionsgate Films |
Release date | September 29, 2023 |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Saw X is an upcoming American horror film directed by Kevin Greutert and written by Josh Stolberg and Peter Goldfinger. The film is the tenth installment overall in the Saw film series, and stars Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, Synnøve Macody Lund, Steven Brand, and Michael Beach.
Filming took place from October 2022 to February 2023 in Mexico City and is set to be theatrically released on September 29, 2023, by Lionsgate Films.
Premise
Set between the events of Saw I and Saw II, a sick and desperate John travels to Mexico for a risky and experimental medical procedure in hopes of a miracle cure for his cancer — only to discover the entire operation is a scam to defraud the most vulnerable. Armed with a newfound purpose, the infamous serial killer returns to his work, turning the tables on the con artists in his signature visceral way through devious, deranged and ingenious traps. [1]
Cast
- Tobin Bell as John Kramer / Jigsaw
- Shawnee Smith as Amanda Young
- Synnøve Macody Lund
- Steven Brand
- Michael Beach
- Renata Vaca
- Paulette Hernandez
- Joshua Okamoto
- Octavio Hinojosa
Production
Development
In April 2021, a tenth film installment to the Saw franchise, titled Saw X, was reported to be in development with Twisted Pictures.[2] Josh Stolberg and Peter Goldfinger, writers for the previous two entries of the series, Jigsaw and Spiral, confirmed the script was completed in December 2021.[3] In August 2022, Bloody Disgusting reported the film would be directed by Kevin Greutert, who previously helmed Saw VI (2009) and Saw 3D (2010).[4]
Casting
In October 2022, Tobin Bell was confirmed to reprise the role of John Kramer / Jigsaw.[5] In December 2022, Synnøve Macody Lund, Steven Brand, and Michael Beach joined the cast in undisclosed roles.[6] Shawnee Smith reprises her role as Amanda Young.[7] That same month, Renata Vaca, Paulette Hernande, Joshua Okamoto, and Octavio Hinojosa were cast in undisclosed roles.[8]
Filming
Principal photography took place in Mexico City from late October 2022 to February 2023.[6][9][7]
Release
Saw X was originally set to be released theatrically in the United States by Lionsgate Films on October 27, 2023, competing with horror film Five Nights at Freddy's.[4] On July 20, it was announced that the release date was pushed forward to September 29, 2023.
References
- ^ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/saw-x-first-look-tobin-bell-jigsaw-killer-1235540383/
- ^ Miska, Brad (April 8, 2021). "'Saw' Franchise Targets Milestone Tenth Film as Development is Underway". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on April 19, 2021. Retrieved April 8, 2021.
- ^ Squires, Josh (December 15, 2021). "'Spiral' Writer Josh Stolberg Says the Next 'Saw' Movie Will "Make John Kramer Fans Very Happy"". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on December 12, 2022.
- ^ a b Squires, John (August 15, 2022). "Next 'Saw' Movie Set for Halloween 2023 Release With Kevin Greutert Directing! [Exclusive]". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on December 12, 2022.
- ^ Vlessing, Etan (October 24, 2022). "Tobin Bell Returning for Next 'Saw' Film". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on December 12, 2022. Retrieved October 24, 2022.
- ^ a b Grobar, Matt (December 8, 2022). "'Saw' Alum Shawnee Smith Circling 10th Installment As Synnøve Macody Lund, Steven Brand & Michael Beach Sign On". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on December 8, 2022. Retrieved December 8, 2022.
- ^ a b Navarro, Meagan (February 10, 2023). "'Saw 10' – Filming Has Wrapped on the Latest Installment!". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on February 11, 2023. Retrieved February 11, 2023.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (December 14, 2022). "'Saw': Renata Vaca & Three Others Join Tenth Installment". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on December 14, 2022. Retrieved December 14, 2022.
- ^ Rajput, Priyanca (November 4, 2022). "2022 film and high-end TV productions shooting globally: latest updates". KFTV.com. Archived from the original on December 10, 2022. Retrieved December 10, 2022.
External links
- Saw X at IMDb
- Saw X at Box Office Mojo
- Saw X at Rotten Tomatoes
- Upcoming films
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- 2023 crime thriller films
- 2023 horror films
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- 2020s American films
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- American crime thriller films
- American horror thriller films
- American serial killer films
- American sequel films
- Films directed by Kevin Greutert
- Films scored by Charlie Clouser
- Films shot in Mexico City
- Films with screenplays by Josh Stolberg
- Lionsgate films
- Saw (franchise) films
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