Found Footage Adaptation of the Chilling Novel Set to Shake Audiences in November

Mark Bowers is making a powerful first impression in the world of horror with his directorial debut, Its Name Was Mormo. This terrifying new found footage film promises to be one of the standout horror releases of the year. Based on the novel of the same name, Its Name Was Mormo follows a family’s fateful encounter with dark forces after discovering a mysterious artifact. With an eerie real-world setting and a creeping sense of dread, Bowers’ vision brings both psychological and paranormal horror to life in an unforgettable way.

Plot Summary and Found Footage Format

The story follows the Bowers family—Marcela, Mark, their three-year-old daughter Mia, and their puppy, Romeo—on an adventurous outing that soon turns into a nightmare. During a trip, the family stumbles upon an abandoned and decaying location filled with disturbing sights, smells, and ominous energy. There, they find a mysterious box containing ancient coins and the severed head of an animal. Ignoring the warning signs, they bring the box home, unknowingly setting off a chain of paranormal events that turns their lives into a waking nightmare. What they initially thought was an exciting discovery reveals itself to be the true face of terror.

Bowers expertly uses the found footage format, blending handheld cameras and raw, shaky visuals to heighten the tension. The amateurish quality of the footage immerses viewers in the unfolding horror, making it feel immediate and unnervingly real. Fans of Paranormal Activity and The Blair Witch Project will find Its Name Was Mormo to be a fresh and innovative take on the genre, with a plot that keeps the audience guessing and terrified until the end.

Mark Bowers’ Directorial Debut

Mark Bowers is stepping into the director’s chair for the first time with Its Name Was Mormo, and he’s doing so with an impressive command of the genre. Known previously for his work behind the scenes in [any relevant previous roles or industry involvement], Bowers has long been passionate about horror and storytelling. He shared his excitement for the project, saying, “Directing this film was an incredible journey. I wanted to create something that would genuinely terrify people, not just with jump scares, but with the kind of psychological horror that lingers long after the movie ends.”

Bowers brings an intimate knowledge of the material, having been closely involved in both the film and its source material, the novel. His enthusiasm for the project shines through in his meticulous attention to atmosphere and tension, ensuring that his first feature film leaves a lasting impact on viewers.

Adapting the Bestselling Novel

Its Name Was Mormo is adapted from the popular novel of the same name, which can be found on its official website at https://itsnamewasmormo.com/. The book explores the same haunting tale of the Bowers family, weaving together psychological tension with elements of the supernatural. Fans of the novel will be thrilled to see the story brought to life in a way that remains true to the source material while adding fresh visual and auditory horror elements.

Bowers, in adapting the novel, has taken care to maintain the novel’s sense of slow-building dread, while using the found footage format to amplify the sense of helplessness and terror experienced by the characters. “The book already had such a strong atmosphere,” Bowers explained. “I just wanted to enhance that through the medium of film, and give viewers the feeling that they’re right there with the Bowers family, experiencing their nightmare firsthand.”

Production and Locations

One of the key elements contributing to the film’s chilling authenticity is its filming location. Much of Its Name Was Mormo was shot in a real abandoned village, once belonging to the Knights Templar. The decayed and forgotten environment adds a hauntingly real quality to the film’s aesthetic, making it feel as though the supernatural occurrences could be happening just out of frame.

The production team, led by Mythacraft Studios, embraced the eerie setting, using minimal lighting and natural soundscapes to enhance the film's authenticity. Despite working on a modest budget, the filmmakers managed to create an atmosphere that is both visually compelling and deeply unsettling.

Release Information and Critical Buzz

Horror fans won’t have to wait long to experience the terror of Its Name Was Mormo. The film is set to hit theaters on November 9, followed by a streaming release on November 26. Early buzz from a focus group organized by Mythacraft Studios suggests that the film is a masterclass in psychological horror. Some have even gone so far as to claim that Its Name Was Mormo surpasses Paranormal Activity in terms of its ability to create sustained fear and tension.

With its unique mix of found footage realism, supernatural horror, and psychological terror, Its Name Was Mormo is poised to be one of the standout horror films of the year. The debut feature from Mark Bowers is not only an impressive start to his directing career but also a chilling experience that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats—and possibly checking over their shoulders long after it ends.