Breeder

Breeder reanimates body horror through the lens of a twisted canine breeder, blending isolation with grotesque transformation.

• Why it matters: Director Alex Goyette steps into horror with a narrative rooted in the rural, echoing classic isolation horrors but with a fresh, practical effects-heavy approach.
• What we know: A broke student is drawn into a remote ranch under false pretenses, revealing a sinister experiment tied to the eccentric breeder’s obsession with poodles.
• Who's involved: Goyette, known for blending dark humor and horror, leads a cast featuring Daniel Doheny and Dot-Marie Jones, promising strong performances anchored in character-driven terror.
• The buzz: Early festival whispers praise its unsettling atmosphere and practical creature effects, marking it as a standout in upcoming indie horror.