Trailer Watch: Anna Gunn Avenges Lacking Daughter in Alison Star Locke’s Characteristic Debut “The Apology”

“If it’s not revenge, what would you need?“ Anna Gunn is requested in a brand new trailer for Alison Star Locke’s first function, “The Apology.” Penned by Locke, the horror pic stars the Emmy-winning “Breaking Dangerous” alumna as Darlene, a mom coping with the aftermath of her daughter’s mysterious disappearance 20 years in the past. “I may by no means really feel complete once more,” the grieving mom explains. 

“The Apology” sees Darlene, a recovering alcoholic, struggling to maneuver on from the tragedy as she prepares for a Christmas household gathering with the assistance of her buddy Gretchen (Janeane Garofalo, “Moist Scorching American Summer time”). In response to a information report in regards to the still-unsolved case, Gretchen asks, “Why do they name it an anniversary prefer it’s one thing to have a good time?”

On Christmas Eve, Darlene’s estranged ex-brother-in-law Jack (Linus Roache) makes an unbidden go to “bearing nostalgic presents and a heavy secret. Quickly, Darlene finds herself caught between motive and ruthless intuition. Trapped collectively by a harmful storm, a battle of wits escalates to a violent sport of revenge,” per the movie’s synopsis. 

Gunn was final seen in Season 2 of Annie Weisman’s Apple TV+ “Bodily,” a darkish comedy starring Rose Byrne as a struggling housewife who finds empowerment by means of aerobics. In 2013 and 2014, Gunn took dwelling Emmy Awards for Excellent Supporting Actress in a Drama Collection for her position as Skyler White in acclaimed crime drama “Breaking Dangerous.”

Not her first foray into the horror style, “The Apology” follows Locke’s quick movie “Shhhhhhh…” which tells the story of a brand new mom and her child who’re visited  by a sinister presence.

“The Apology” will hit theaters and be accessible on AMC+ December 16.