Gabrielle Union is stepping into darker territory with her next big-screen role. The actress has officially signed on to lead ‘Perdita,’ a paranormal psychological thriller.
Inspired by a short story from Henry James, the film centers on Pearl (played by Union), a solitary island park ranger whose life begins to unravel after a chilling supernatural encounter.
The script comes from Matthew Hurt, based on a story he developed with Megan Raney Aarons, while a seasoned producing team is backing the project. Speaking on the project and Union’s sign on, Raney Arron told DEADLINE that:
“As a thrilling piece of entertainment, it’s also a quiet commentary on today’s political landscape. I’m honored that such a dedicated, talented and accomplished team of creatives share my passion for this picture, and I’m beyond excited that Gabrielle is breathing life into Pearl. I can’t wait for audiences to cross this haunting Rust Belt threshold with us.”