John Caglione Jr., a Hollywood legend known for his transformative work in special effects makeup, is venturing into new territory as he directs his first film, Morning Star. This horror/thriller, set to bring a fresh twist to the genre, comes from the creative minds at indie film studio ScreenSurger. Known for iconic works in films such as The Dark Knight and The Departed, Caglione’s transition from SFX artist to director is highly anticipated within the industry.

Morning Star centers around a group of college students planning for a sun-drenched spring break in Daytona Beach. However, their plans take a dark turn when one of their friends disappears, leading them on a harrowing quest for answers that begins at a mysterious gas station. As the situation escalates, the students find themselves in a place far more perilous than the sunny shores they had hoped for.

Fans of the horror genre and supporters of independent cinema are invited to join the project’s journey through a crowdfunding campaign launching on Indiegogo this Friday, April 26th. This campaign will offer numerous opportunities for fans to get involved and support the making of Morning Star.

Stay connected with updates and behind-the-scenes looks by following the film’s social media pages. Prepare for a story that promises to deliver suspense, mystery, and a touch of horror in ways only Caglione can.

SFX studio attached – @makeupartistsworkshop

VFX studio attached – @renderrow

Production company – @screensurger