Two star-crossed teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most—each other.A haunting portrait of how religious fanaticism stands in the path of two boys’ acceptance of themselves and their growing connection morphs into a transcendently original coming-of-age horror story. In his feature debut, writer-director Adrian Chiarella incorporates sensuality and tenderness into the horrors his young protagonists face. As their undeniable attraction becomes the very heart of their torment, leads Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen deliver fantastically complex performances, encompassing each boy’s vulnerability and growing dread as well as the embodiment of the other’s worst fears come to life. LEVITICUS is an exciting and nuanced entry into the body of queer horror storytelling.“A stylish, urgent allegory.” — The Hollywood ReporterDirector Adrian Chiarella is scheduled to attend.