This Valentine’s Day promises to be thrillingly bloody with the upcoming release of Companion, a gripping thriller from the team behind Barbarian, including Zach Cregger, J. D.Lifshitz, Roy Lee, and Raphael Margules. The film’s stars, Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher, have been buzzing about this wild ride, expressing their eagerness for audiences to experience the intense narrative.
Thatcher and Quaid make a dynamic duo that is sure to captivate horror enthusiasts. Known for their roles in The Heretic and Scream VI, both actors are seasoned in dealing with the macabre aspects of cinema. Their collaboration in Companion features a chilling yet thought-provoking storyline, centering on a rogue android named Iris (played by Thatcher) and her boyfriend/owner Josh (portrayed by Quaid).The film cleverly addresses the “male loneliness epidemic”through its narrative, presenting a foreboding look at a future potentially fraught with synthetic companionship.
As the premiere date of Companion approaches, The Mary Sue had the opportunity to chat with Quaid and Thatcher, who are excited to share the film’s surprising twists and turns that even they found unexpected.
Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid Discuss Music and Experiencing Companion Together
There’s a unique thrill in watching a slasher flick alongside a lively audience, and Quaid, who has seen Companion just once, is particularly enthusiastic about witnessing the crowd’s reactions and appreciating his co-stars’ performances. He remarked, “I’m so excited to see it with a big crowd, it’ll be awesome. My favorite part was watching the scenes I physically wasn’t there to shoot because I’m picking up on all these things that I’ve only really seen in script form.”
For Quaid, discovering new facets of Companion has been an intriguing experience, especially when it comes to the film’s soundtrack. He noted the inclusion of the evocative song “Iris” from City of Angels, which features his mother, Meg Ryan.“It’s cool to find out things about the movie you didn’t know, ” Quaid shared, laughing.“There are so many details that don’t come across in the scripts, especially the music choices.”
Thatcher, on the other hand, emphasizes the power of a compelling soundtrack.“I always talk about the music because it ties the world together beautifully, ” she explained.“The songs that play for your character help the audience relate to them and immerse themselves in the narrative.”
Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher Praise Companion’s Emotional Depth: “It’s Beautiful”
While one might not typically associate a thriller with emotional moments, Companion features a “beautiful” scene that left Thatcher and Quaid nearly in tears, showcasing the film’s depth.“It made me so emotional, ” Thatcher confessed, while Quaid echoed her sentiment: “I remember reading it and then seeing it I was like, ‘they made it even better.’”
Despite its emotional beats, Companion does not shy away from its R-rated horror roots, promising an exhilarating and shocking conclusion that will leave viewers gasping.“That’s good, that’s what we want, ” both actors agreed. For thrill-seekers eager to unravel what surprises await in Companion, the film will hit theaters on January 31, 2025.
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