Leviticus
Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most — each other.
Why it matters
A chilling exploration of desire and terror that twists the supernatural into a hauntingly personal nightmare.
- Uses shapeshifting horror to probe adolescent longing with rare emotional depth.
- Practical effects-driven entity design recalls classic body horror while feeling fresh and intimate.
- Perfect for fans of queer horror that blends visceral scares with psychological complexity.
- Builds tension through atmosphere and character dynamics rather than cheap jump scares.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
43
Supernatural
0
Creature
36
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
85
Survival
33
Content Warnings
Phobia triggers
Pairs Well With
Production History
Intelligence Brief
Leviticus channels queer desire through a shapeshifting horror entity, offering a fresh take on identity and fear.
- Why it matters: Adrian Chiarella’s sophomore feature dives into psychological and supernatural horror with LGBTQ+ themes rarely centered in genre narratives.
- What we know: Two teenage boys confront a violent entity that manifests as their deepest desire—themselves—blurring lines between attraction and terror.
- Who's involved: Directed by Adrian Chiarella, known for nuanced indie horror; stars Joe Bird, Stacy Clausen, and indie favorite Mia Wasikowska.
- The buzz: Early festival whispers praise its atmospheric tension and thematic depth, positioning Leviticus as a standout in queer horror’s evolving landscape.
Trailers
Official Trailer
Production Intel
- Status
- Released
- Filming Locations
- Australia