SC Films International and Rabbits Black are excited to share that they have greenlighted the psychological thriller “Breeder.” This gripping film, written and directed by Alex Goyette, will start shooting on February 18th in Vancouver
In “Breeder,” we follow Russell, a researcher trying to save the bee population through gene editing. His journey leads him to cross paths with Patti, a dog breeder who has a darker agenda. As funding becomes scarce, Patti steps in to help, but her true motives are questionable. Russell soon finds himself caught in a web where breeding isn’t just about animals anymore, and he must find a way out before it’s too late.
Cast and Crew:
- Director & Writer: Alex Goyette
- Cast:
- Daniel Doheny plays Russell, recognized for his work in “Lucky Hank,” “Loudermilk,” and “Alex Strangelove.”
- Maddie Phillips, known from “Gen V,” “The Boys,” and “Teenage Bounty Hunters.”
- Tanaya Beatty, who appeared in “Yellowstone” and “Crimes of the Future.”
- Dot-Marie Jones takes on the role of Patti, famous for her performances in “Glee” and “Bros.”
Production Team:
- Producers: K. Asher Levin, Byron Ashley, Brian Mitchell, Ian Start, and Chris Wilkinson
- Executive Producers: Tyson Call, Simon Crowe, Ryan Marchant (Hadron Features), and Ronnie Exley, Sean Krajewski, Lawrence Minicone, Jeremy Ross, and Oli Strong from Rabbits Black.
Statements:
K. Asher Levin, Producer, shared, “Breeder captures the essence of what Rabbits Black is about—challenging creative limits, addressing thought-provoking themes, and crafting stories that resonate with viewers everywhere.”
Simon Crowe, Managing Director of SC Films, added, “Alex has written an engaging and intense script that you’ll find hard to forget. With this amazing cast and crew, I believe ‘Breeder’ will be a remarkable movie experience.”
Alex Goyette, the Director and Writer, reflected, “Five years ago, I had a wild personal experience that led me into the unsettling realm of genetic engineering. Our society seems to be getting too comfortable with the idea of playing god, and I’m eager to get audiences involved in this conversation through ‘Breeder.’”
Festivals and Upcoming Release:
“Breeder” is set to be featured in SC Films’ exciting lineup at the Berlin Film Festival, alongside several other intriguing films like “Jungle Beats 2: The Past,” “Orang Ikan,” “By The Throat,” and “Grow.”
Combining suspense, dark comedy, and ethical dilemmas, “Breeder” is sure to be a standout in the thriller genre, ready to engage viewers around the globe when it hits theaters in 2026.
