First Contact, a new Sci-Fi, Horror, and Thriller, will be released on June 6, 2023, on Digital and DVD formats by Uncork’d Entertainment which acquired the North American rights. First Contact is a creature feature utilizing strong practical effects and takes a fair stab at answering a very powerful question, “Are We Alone?” First Contact first premiered at Panic Fest back in April.
I was immediately impressed with Wemple’s use of practical effects whenever possible, and that alone really set the foundation of the enjoyment I received from watching First Contact. I have to admit; I am not a hardcore Sci-Fi fan by any means. However, this film injected enough satisfying horror for me and genre fans alike.
The story is engaging and holds remnants of an old X-Files episode, you know, that show that aired back in the 90s for eleven seasons? Fox Mulder & Dana Scully? Yes, that one! As the film began to develop its own lore, I wondered if we could see a sequel someday.
I spoke to the film’s Director & Writer – Bruce Wemple, and stars Anna Shields and James Liddell, about this project. We discuss the use of practical effects, their beliefs in the extraterrestrial, problematic issues during production, their most memorable and challenging scenes, and of course, much more!
There is a unique energy and dynamic when a team is brought together and begin speaking about their experiences on a production together, and this group was no exception. It was enjoyable listening to each relive parts of the production. Even if the budget and time are not that of a major Hollywood showcased film, uncovering shared challenges and triumphs in a film is rarely smooth, but the payoff is always worth it.
Storyline
First Contact tells the story of two estranged adult siblings, Casey and Dan, who travel to their late scientist father’s farmhouse to make sense of his incomplete work. They soon learn that their father’s work was far more dangerous than they could ever imagine: An evil entity, buried in time and space for millions of years, has been released and has begun wreaking havoc on the locals. One by one, the bodies start to pile up. Now, Dan and Casey must figure out the secrets of this extra-dimensional monster before it’s too late.
An enthusiastic Keith Leopard, President of Uncork’d Entertainment says: “Bruce Wemple’s latest film has it all – a strong script, incredible effects, terrific performances, and brilliant direction. After such a strong success at Panic Fest, we expect the film to do very well when we release it in June.”
About Uncork’d Entertainment
Uncork’d Entertainment was founded in July 2012 by Keith Leopard, a Home Entertainment industry veteran. The Company focuses on distribution in six areas: Digital Media, Physical Home Entertainment, Aggregation, Theatrical and Television, and Foreign Sales, and has secured relationships across all platforms to ensure your film reaches the widest audience possible.
