Neon Acquires Worldwide Rights to '4 X 4: The Event' - A Thrilling Horror Film by Director Alex Ullom
Neon has recently acquired the worldwide rights to "4 X 4: The Event," the upcoming horror film directed by Alex Ullom. This marks Ullom's second horror feature following his debut film "It Ends," which is set to be released by Neon later this year. The acquisition of "4 X 4: The Event" comes shortly after Neon purchased "It Ends" following its premiere at SXSW in 2025. The film gained attention when it was briefly available on Letterboxd's Video Store, a platform for renting undistributed festival films digitally.
"4 X 4: The Event" follows eight contestants participating in an illegal livestream where they must kill or be killed using only items they can order online. The movie is part of a multi-title partnership between Spooky Pictures and Image Nation, with Neon set to release another film from the partnership later this year, "Hokum," a supernatural horror film starring Adam Scott and directed by Damian McCarthy.
The acquisition of "4 X 4: The Event" by Neon follows a similar pattern to their collaboration with horror director Oz Perkins, who received a first-look deal after the success of his film "Longlegs." The production of "4 X 4: The Event" is scheduled to begin later this year, with producers including Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, Haley Johnson, and Evan Barber. Executive producers for the film are Ben Ross and Jakob Pollack.
The deal for "4 X 4: The Event" was negotiated by Kate Gondwe for Neon with UTA Independent Film Group representing the filmmakers. Ullom is represented by UTA, Entertainment 360, and McKuin Frankel Whitehead. The film is expected to bring a new level of horror to audiences, building on the success of Ullom's previous work and the partnership between Spooky Pictures and Image Nation.
In conclusion, Neon's acquisition of "4 X 4: The Event" showcases their commitment to supporting emerging horror filmmakers and bringing innovative and thrilling content to audiences worldwide. With Ullom's unique vision and the partnership between Spooky Pictures and Image Nation, the film promises to deliver a gripping and immersive horror experience for viewers.