Netflix has released the firstBird Boxtrailer for the upcoming original film, and this movie looks like quite the disturbing thriller. Based on the novel of the same name by authorJosh Malerman, the film is led bySandra Bullockand takes place in a world where a mysterious force decimates the Earth’s population. It appears as though the film is set in multiple time periods, as events during/right after “the event” show Bullock’s character as pregnant, while events that look like they take place in a more apocalyptic setting find Bullock mothering two young children.
The film was scripted byArrivalwriterEric Heissererand directed bySuzanne Bier, who most recently helmed every episode of the AMC miniseriesThe Night Manager. The craft is impressive, as is the supporting cast, and while a knee-jerk reaction may be to say this looks pretty similar toJohn Krasinski’sA Quiet Place, it’s worth noting that this project has been around for years—back in 2013,ItdirectorAndy Musciettiwas in talks to direct.
But more than that, this is a Netflix original movie starring Sandra Bullock, an Academy Award winning actress and one of the most in-demand performers working today. So this is simply further proof that Netflix is ponying up the big bucks to attract A-list talent for their own original content.
Check out theBird Boxtrailer below. The film also starsTrevante Rhodes,Jacki Weaver,Rosa Salazar,Danielle Macdonald,Lil Rel Howery,Tom Hollander,Colson Baker,BD Wong,Sarah Paulson, andJohn Malkovich.Bird Boxwill be available on Netflix and in select theaters on December 21st.
Here’s the official synopsis forBird Box:
When a mysterious force decimates the world’s population, only one thing is certain: if you see it, you take your life. Facing the unknown, Malorie finds love, hope and a new beginning only for it to unravel. Now she must flee with her two children down a treacherous river to the one place left that may offer sanctuary. But to survive, they’ll have to undertake the perilous two-day journey blindfolded. Academy Award® winner Sandra Bullock leads an all-star cast that includes Trevante Rhodes, with Sarah Paulson, and John Malkovich in BIRD BOX, a compelling new thriller from Academy Award® winner Susanne Bier.
