Screen Media Snaps Up All Rights to Mystery Comedy 'Helen's Dead'

Screen Media has confirmed the acquisition of all North American rights to the mystery comedy film, Helen’s Dead. According to the announcement, the film stars Dylan Gelula, Emile Hirsch, Tyrese Gibson, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, and Oliver Cooper. Prioritizing major movie-going markets, the film is set to hit theaters and fall onto on-demand services in synchrony on November 3.

The film, is directed by K. Asher Levin and offers an intriguing storyline. Helen’s Dead revolves around the tale of a girl named Addie, played by Gelula. After suffering a severe breakup, Addie decides to confront her best friend about suspected deceit only to inadvertently wander into a murder crime scene.

The script has been developed by Amy Brown Carver and is based on a story she co-wrote with Levin. This directorial venture is produced by an impressive team composed of Levin, Daniel Cummings, Robert Dean, Roy Scott MacFarland, and Todd Lundbohm.

Director Levin seemed excited about the project, stating, "I have always dreamt of making my very own freewheelin’, one crazy night movie,”. He expressed gratitude in relation to the assembly of the cast and the support received from Screen Media for the film’s release.

Helen’s Dead has been largely financed by the 828 productions and boasts an executive production crew comprising Joe Heath, Brian Dahlin, Matthew Helderman, Grady Craig, Luke Taylor, Jarnell Stokes and others.

This project is one among many recent investments by Screen Media. They have recently secured Tom DeLonge’s paranormal directorial debut, Monsters of California as well as the Bella Thorne-led thriller, Saint Clare. The deal for Helen’s Dead was negotiated on behalf of Tetrad Studios and Stoked Film Group with legal services provided by Madison Karsenty and Lisa Califf via Donaldson, Califf & Perez.

And now, it’s time to uncap that proverbial Wonder Bread and smear it with the nearest 'spread of opinion'.

The news of Screen Media's acquisition of Helen's Dead is a tale of tinsel-town intrigue. It’s like asking for a cup of coffee and getting a double-shot of Espresso - pleasantly surprising, sure, but one helluva wake-up call.

It’s clear that Levin’s aspiration for a 'one crazy night' movie, combined with a potent brew of murder and comedy, is something that can rattle even the cinema's most seasoned kettle corn veterans. Also, it’s worth noting that effectively juggling genres: comedy and mystery: is like attempting to pat your head and rub your stomach simultaneously, after a couple of martinis -- a hard-to-master skill that has tripped up many, including some of the Hollywood greats.

Also, the Screen Media isn’t playing small in the sandbox, as the company's recent acquisitions indicate. Going into the paranormal with Monsters of California and stepping onto the thriller-bus with Saint Clare, it would seem that the company is intent on showcasing a diverse cinematic menu.

Helen's Dead seems like a rowdy, night-long party the Hollywood big-wigs didn’t know they were invited to. With a November 3 release date, the autumn chill might well be punctuated with the warmer notes of laughter, intrigue and, dare I suggest it, a sprinkling of hysteria.

So, here’s to Levin’s 'freewheelin’, one crazy night' aspiration: may it evoke not just a chuckle or an oh-my-god-what-did-I-just-watch moment, but perhaps a thoughtful pause and appreciation of this rollercoaster ride called life. After all, even in Hollywood, no ride is ever without its unexpected looney tunes, right? Figure that one out over your large popcorn and soda.