I Live Here Now (film)
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| Directed by | Julie Pacino |
| Written by | Julie Pacino |
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| Starring | Lucy Fry Madeline Brewer Matt Rife Sheryl Lee |
| Cinematography | Aron Meinhardt |
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| Distributed by | Utopia |
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Running time | 91 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
I Live Here Now is a 2025 American horror thriller drama film written and directed by Julie Pacino in her feature directorial debut.[2] The film starring Lucy Fry, Madeline Brewer, Matt Rife and Sheryl Lee follows a woman, who finds herself trapped in a remote hotel where the violent echoes of her past come alive.[3]
Cast
- Lucy Fry as Rose
- Lili Watkins as Young Rose
- Madeline Brewer as Lillian
- Matt Rife as Travis
- Sheryl Lee as Martha
- Sarah Rich as Sid
- Lara Clear as Ada
- Cara Seymour as Cindy
- Alex Gaumond as Dr. Neltman
- Anna Armstrong as Georgie
- Robert MacCready as Flashback Doctor
Production
In December 2021, it was announced that Utopia would produce and distribute the film.[4]
On February 1, 2024, the filming was wrapped up.[5][6]
The film is produced by Kyle Kaminsky, Julie Pacino and co-produced by Lara Clear, Eliese Lissner, Robert MacCready. Robert Schwartzman, Cole Harper, Phil Toronto are executive producers.[7]
Release
The film had its World premiere at the 29th Fantasia International Film Festival on July 24, 2025 in the Compétition Cheval Noir.[8] It will also be screened at the 78th Locarno Film Festival in Out of Competition section on August 9.[7]
The film will be screened at the Edinburgh International Film Festival for its United Kingdom premiere in Midnight Madness strand on August 17, 2025.[9]
Reception
Mary Beth McAndrews of Dread Central awarded the film four and a half stars out of five.[10]
On Rotten Tomatoes 93% of the Reviews are positive, based on 14 Reviews.[11]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref |
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| 2025 | Fantasia International Film Festival | Cheval Noir | I Live Here Now | Nominated | [12] |
References
- ^ "I Live Here Now". Fantasia International Film Festival. July 1, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
- ^ Wilkinson, Amber (July 24, 2025). "'I Live Here Now' review: Julie Pacino's vividly realised debut plays out in remote California motel". Screen International. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
- ^ Minton, Matt (May 8, 2025). "Steve Pink's 'Terrestrial' and Julie Pacino's 'I Live Here Now' Among Fantasia 2025 First Wave Line-Up (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Grater, Tom (December 20, 2021). "Utopia Boards Julie Pacino's NFT-Inspired & Funded 'I Live Here Now'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Squires, John (February 1, 2024). "'I Live Here Now' – First Look at Horror Movie Starring Lucy Fry and Madeline Brewer". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Kay, Jeremy (February 1, 2024). "Utopia to launch EFM sales on Julie Pacino psychological horror 'I Live Here Now' (exclusive)". Screen International. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ a b "I Live Here Now". Locarno Film Festival. July 8, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
- ^ Navarro, Meagan (May 8, 2025). "MOVIESJulie Pacino's Lynchian Feature Debut 'I Live Here Now' Gets First Look Image". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "I Live Here Now". Edinburgh International Film Festival. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
- ^ McAndrews, Mary Beth (July 27, 2025). "'I Live Here Now' Review: A Psychedelic Deconstruction of Feminine Self-Loathing [Fantasia 2025]". Dread Central. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
- ^ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/i_live_here_now
- ^ Cody Hamman (July 1, 2025). "Fantasia International Film Festival announces final wave of titles for 29th edition!". JoBlo Movie Network. Retrieved July 6, 2025.