We have an exclusive clip from the new filmLazareth, starringAshley Judd, Sarah Pidgeon, Katie Douglas, Edward Balaban, and Asher Angel. The film is anintimate post-apocalyptic thrillerin the same vein asIt Comes at NightandArcadian, and follows a small family unit trying to protect themselves in the midst ofa catastrophic pandemic. In the clip above, we see Judd as the fiercely protective matriarch of the bunch, having to make a painful decision and weigh the lives of strangers versus her nieces. you may read the synopsis forLazarethand check out the trailer and more information below:
“Following the death of their parents, Lee adopts her nieces, Imogen and Maeve, and raises them in a remote cabin as a deadly pandemic rages on around them. For over 10 years, the girls are raised to never leave the woods, avoid any and all interaction with outsiders, and ultimately rely on Lee as their only connection to the outside world. Lee has convinced the girls this is the key to survival in what is now an infectious and violent world. But when Imogen and Maeve discover an injured man in the nearby woods, Lee’s absolute control begins to disintegrate as their faith in her, and everything they’ve ever known, begins to unravel.”
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You can watch the trailer forLazarethbelow:
Ashley Judd Praises the ‘Purity and Simplicity’ of Lazareth
Ashley Judd took to Instagram to detail her thoughts on the finished film, writing, “To me, it’s about a sacred bond. To some, it’s an allegory. To others, a coming of age love story. Making this movie reminded me ofRuby in Paradisein its purity and simplicity. Night scenes lit by candles. Living in the woods near set.” She continued:
Gorgeous acting by the ensembles cast, including@asherangeland fabulous direction from@tibzay. Alec invited me to be so free - We are all so eager for you to to see Lazareth when it comes out! I am grateful for this pristine experience and all the running charades we played!
You can see her Instagram post below and check outLazarethwhen it hits select theaters and on demand on August 22, 2025.
