The newly unveiled footage provides an intriguing glimpse into the atmospheric world of Company, a film described as "a meditation on grief, vengeance, forgiveness, and the quiet acts of compassion that can heal even the deepest wounds." This intricate gothic drama unfolds over a single, pivotal night in 1975. A seemingly ordinary winter holiday gathering takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of a mysterious woman who begins to recount a tale from decades past, setting the stage for a layered and profound narrative.
The full synopsis expands on this intriguing premise: An enigmatic woman named Evelyn arrives uninvited at a 1975 holiday celebration and shares the story of Tom, an aging hermit. Tom's tale begins in 1953 when he rescues a stranded actress during a fierce Colorado blizzard. To pass the long, snowy night, the actress herself then shares an even older story: that of a farming couple who shelter a troubled young drifter amidst a terrifying wave of grisly murders sweeping across the frontier. This narrative structure promises a rich, interwoven cinematic experience.
Oscar winner Affleck co-wrote the script for Company with acclaimed author Ron Hansen. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including veteran talents like Nick Nolte and Ben Mendelsohn, alongside Adelaide Clemens, Scoot McNairy, Emily Alyn Lind, and Caylee Cowan. A notable aspect of the film is the introduction of Affleck’s son Atticus to the big screen, who is featured in the opening footage of the clip, while his brother Indiana marks his second feature film role.
Behind the scenes, the production team includes a robust list of producers: Steven Schneider and Roy Lee for Spooky Features, Catherine Caylee Cowan, Dan Lawler, Affleck himself, Sean Patrick O’Reilly, K. Asher Levin, Enzo Marc, and Anthony Katagas. Executive producer credits go to Ben Ross (Image Nation Studios), Rami Yasin (Spooky Pictures), Ronnie Exley and Jeremy Ross (Rabbits Black), Ron McLeod, Dr. Terence Chan, Brian Meng, Maria Breese (3:33 Creative Productions), and Jonathan Miller.
Company marks Affleck's anticipated return to the director's chair seven years after his previous film, Light Of My Life, building significant anticipation for his latest artistic vision.