New Horror Film 'Passenger' Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Chills

Director André Øvredal's new film, 'Passenger,' promises a terrifying experience set against the backdrop of a highway road horror.

Lotte Entertainment released a behind-the-scenes video titled 'Unending Terror' on June 10, showcasing the making of 'Passenger.' The film follows a young couple who, after witnessing a horrific car accident on a remote highway, find themselves pursued by a mysterious malevolent spirit known as 'the Passenger' after they get back on the road.

The newly released video features footage shot on actual roads and in remote forests in Washington. The cast and crew shared their experiences of transforming familiar spaces into settings of unfamiliar terror and recounted strange occurrences during filming.

Lead actor Lou Lou Bell stated, "Just the fact that we were filming on real roads was frightening. We had no idea who or what we might encounter." Melissa Leo added, "I’ve been on a few road trips, but nothing this chaotic before."

The eerie atmosphere surrounding the filming locations adds to the film's horror. Co-writer Zachary Donohue recalled, "We shot in a remote forest in Washington, and it was genuinely creepy." Staff members revealed that the area was known for being the hunting ground of a notorious American serial killer, contributing to the unsettling ambiance.
During filming, there were reports of inexplicable events. Producer Walter Hamada remarked, "There were so many strange occurrences that everyone thought we were haunted." Director André Øvredal noted, "This is not your typical horror film. Many people experienced terrifying events during production."

Actor Jacob Scipio mentioned, "In the end, we even asked the producers to bring in a priest to bless the set," hinting at the tension captured in the film.

'Passenger' is generating interest with its theme of 'highway ghosts,' following the 'Roadview Ghost' from 'The Silent Sea.' The film aims to transform the familiar setting of highways into a stage for horror, continuing the trend in the genre this summer.

A representative from Lotte Cinema stated, "Since the film deals with fear on highways, a familiar space for everyone, it is sure to chill not only the characters but also those planning road trips this summer. We hope for great anticipation."

'Passenger' is set to be released exclusively at Lotte Cinema on June 24.