FESTER
Unable to digest the end of his relationship, Robert develops a haunting gut-rot that sends him spiraling down the toilet... and into his ex-girlfriend's new lover's apartment.
Why it matters
A visceral plunge into heartbreak and bodily decay that fuses intimate psychological horror with grotesque body horror.
- Practical effects by KNB-level artisans make Robert’s gut-rot a nauseatingly tactile nightmare.
- A raw look at post-breakup obsession, turning emotional pain into physical grotesquery.
- Perfect for fans of Cronenberg’s “The Fly” and Ti West’s slow-burn dread.
- Uneasy atmosphere balanced by a darkly witty script that never lets the mood collapse into melodrama.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
71
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
71
Survival
17
Content Warnings
Phobia triggers
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Production History
Intelligence Brief
FESTER plunges into visceral body horror to explore the corrosive aftermath of heartbreak.
- Why it matters: Max Parr’s second feature promises a raw, unsettling dive into psychological and physical decay, blending gut-wrenching practical effects with intimate character study.
- What we know: The film centers on Robert, whose inability to move on manifests as a grotesque gut condition, leading him into a disturbing obsession with his ex's new partner.
- Who's involved: Max Parr, an emerging voice in indie horror, directs a cast led by Robert Gerow and Pony Nicole Herauf, both known for their nuanced performances in genre work.
- The buzz: Early festival whispers highlight FESTER’s effective body horror and unsettling atmosphere, marking it as a standout in 2026’s indie horror slate.
Production Intel
- Status
- Released
- Filming Locations
- Canada