Sony Pictures is working on the indie horror game Mouthwashing to bring it to the theaters. The studio has acquired the film rights from its developer, Wrong Organ. Additionally, the renowned director of Jennifer's Body and The Invitation, Karyn Kusama, will direct the new horror project. Matt Manfredi and Phil Hay will write the script. The project also has Scott Derrickson as the producer, who’s renowned for his direction in The Black Phone and Sinister.
The storyline of the film hasn’t yet been revealed, but it is expected to follow the same narrative with the game. Thus, it will probably follow five crew members who got trapped in a space freighter named Tulpar. Their ship is stranded, supplies are running low, and rescue seems unlikely. As time passes, fear and guilt begin to affect the crew. Their mental state gets worse, and tensions rise inside the ship.
The game was released for PC in 2024 and gained attention for its dark story and disturbing images. Sony has not yet revealed the movie's cast, release date, or filming plans. However, it seems the company is looking forward to getting a similar success as it received after the Resident Evil movie was released.
The horror elements of Mouthwashing are much more grounded than the Resident Evil games. As a result, the strange visuals and dark scenes will increase the tension. These elements, if balanced properly in the film, will help it scare viewers without depending only on sudden shocks.
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Mouthwashing does not reveal its full story at once. The gameplay switches between past and present to show what exactly happened on the ship. This keeps players guessing and helps them understand the crew's choices. The movie could use a similar style to build suspense. Kusama’s work on horror films may also help her bring the game's dark mood to the screen.
The Mouthwashing movie has a strong horror team and a story that could work well on screen. Its isolated setting and troubled characters offer plenty of room for fear and suspense. The real test will be whether the film can keep the strange and unsettling feel that made the game stand out.