People across Chatham-Kent (CK) have the opportunity to attend a screening of a locally shot horror movie.
'Fresh Meat' will be shown at the Chatham Capitol Theatre on November 1. The film focuses on a group of influencers who break into an abandoned prison, only to discover that they're not alone.
Many in CK will recognize where most of the movie was filmed, Chatham's old jail. Between 50 and 100 people worked at the vacant site daily for around three months to create the majority of the scenes.
"To be inside that prison... where the crew had to interact and react to something so daunting was a dream," said Daniel Turres, director, writer, and producer of 'Fresh Meat.'
He explained that filming was extremely difficult, but very rewarding. In his opinion, audiences will feel just as trapped as the characters.
How the jail is portrayed in the film may also confuse some people. This is because they made it seem like the building was in the middle of nowhere, despite the real property being surrounded by homes.
"Some of the locals are like, 'How did you make the prison look like it's not where it is,'" laughed Turres.
He wouldn't go into full details on how they did it, only saying some camera trickery was needed.
The jail wasn't the only local site included in the film. Turres said the opening is shot at Red Barn Brewery, while the entire community of Chatham feels like its own character.
Those interested in attending the screening in Chatham can buy tickets online. Anyone who misses out will still be able to watch, as the plan is to air it across North America.
"This film was made to go places, and we've made some great American partners that are heavily interested in getting this film, not only to streaming services but to theatres," added Turres.
In Turres' own words, the showing in Chatham is more of a thank you to everyone locally who helped out over the past couple of years.
