Aisha Tyler Set To Direct an Ireland-Set Psychological Thriller SILENT JOHN

Aisha Tyler (Archer, Criminal Minds, AXIS) is set to direct a new nightmarish psychological thriller set in Ireland titled Silent John.

In the movie, “a young couple comes to stay at a rustic B&B in Ireland in the weeks before their first child is born. At first charmed by their Irish host, they soon discover he and his mute groundskeeper share a viciously harrowing secret. Soon they cannot discern friend from foe, and their dream getaway becomes a nightmare they cannot escape. Fueled by the historic abuses of the Catholic church against unwed mothers, this socially conscious psychological thriller explores the unholy fanaticism of a man lost in the chasm between faith, the church and madness.”

Tyler said in a statement:

“I am thrilled to be working with the killer team at HEFG; their enthusiasm and passion for this project is energizing and it’s gratifying they share my vision for this story. SILENT JOHN is a terrifying portrait of institutional abuse and its lifelong effects on the psyche; I look forward to Roxanne’s creative producing intensity, along with my brilliant producing partners Emmett Hughes, John Doherty and David Jacobson, helping to bring this riveting film to life."

Producer Roxanne Avent Taylor of Hidden Empire Film Group added:

 “It is a privilege to collaborate with Aisha Tyler on our upcoming production, SILENT JOHN. Aisha is an incredibly talented filmmaker, producer and actress with a keen eye for storytelling. She is going to knock this out of the park and it’s exciting to be working side by side with such an empowering woman.”

The concept for Silent John was developed by Tyler, John Doherty and David Jacobson and the script was written by Emmett Hughes. Production is set to begin in Summer 2021 and will take place in County Galway, Ireland. Casting will begin soon.