Jessica Rothe SXSW Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Imposters’ Sells to Brainstorm Media for U.S., Racks Up International Deals Ahead of AFM (EXCLUSIVE)

Variety - Nov 4, 2026

“Imposters,” the SXSW 2026 sci-fi thriller from first-time feature director Caleb Phillips, has landed U.S. distribution with Brainstorm Media, which plans to open the film theatrically in early 2027. Jessica Rothe (“River”), Barnett (“Russian Doll”) and Vazquez (“Severance”) lead the cast. Phillips also wrote the screenplay. His short “Other Side of the Box” won awards […]

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