Shudder will debut PARASOMNIA, the feature directorial debut of James Ross II, on Friday, September 4. Led by Jasmine Mathews, Stephen Barrington, and RJ Brown, the film presents a grounded character‑driven horror story centered on the blurred line between nightmares and reality.
Synopsis
PARASOMNIA follows Riley, a young woman experiencing recurring night terrors while coping with unresolved trauma. When her best friend goes missing, Riley begins to suspect that the demonic figure appearing in her sleep may have crossed into her waking life. As her nightmares intensify, she is forced to confront the possibility that the entity pursuing her is real.
About the Director
James Ross II is a writer and director raised in the Washington, D.C. area. His work focuses on emotionally grounded characters placed within heightened genre environments. Ross entered the industry in 2023 when he was selected as one of five graduate students to receive a Gotham Award for his horror short Don’t Blink. Parasomnia is his debut feature, exploring themes of fear, vulnerability, and the loss of control associated with sleep.
Credits
Director
- James Ross II
Writer
- James Ross II
Cast
- Jasmine Mathews
- RJ Brown
- Sally Stewart
- Stephen Barrington
- Danny Brown
- Simon Longnight
Producers
- Gabrielle Chapman
- Pacey Hansen
Director of Photography
- Christopher Lee Fatt
Editors
- Peter Gvozdas
- Ash C. Wilson
Genre
- Horror
Language
- English
Runtime
- 85 minutes