K5 International (Girls Against Boys) has enlisted Robert Eggers to pen The Witch, formerly Witch of New-Canaan Woode, for pre-sales at the upcoming American Film Market. Eggers was originally intending to direct but is not listed as attached anymore…
“1630s. Sam, the new-born baby has disappeared without a trace. William’s eldest daughter, Thomasin, 14, has become idle and temperamental. Caleb, 12, often wantonly glances at Thomasin and believes he hears the voice of God. The little twins Jonas and Mary make up strange nursery rhymes and play with the family’s billy-goat all day. Mother Katherine believes she has lost faith. Is God punishing them? Is it the devil? Is it truly a witch? Is it one of the family members who is possessed? The animals die, the food is scarce, the family members turn against themselves. And the remaining ones are susceptible to the Witch of New Canaan Woode.”
Lars Knudsen and Jay Van Hoy produce.
The film was announced as part of last year’s AFM, so it’s not great news to see there hasn’t been much movement in over a year.
