Gustaf Skarsgard to Direct Horror Film The Cannibal
Vikings actor Gustaf Skarsgard will make his feature directorial debut with the psychological horror film The Cannibal, Variety reported exclusively.
Skarsgard is best known for playing Floki in Vikings. He now steps behind the camera for the first time.
IMDb carried the exclusive news. The project is described as a psychological horror, a genre Skarsgard knows well as an actor.
Film i Väst presented upcoming co-productions at Cannes. Scandinavian backing suggests a European production.
Horror remains one of cinema’s most reliable genres. Skarsgard’s debut will be watched closely by fans and critics alike.
Skarsgard comes from Sweden’s famous acting family. His brother Alexander is also a Hollywood star. The Cannibal will be his first time directing a feature film. Scandinavian funding suggests a European production. Horror debuts by actors have a strong track record.
Casting details have not been revealed yet. Production is expected to begin next year in Scandinavia.
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