A new gothic horror film is bringing Latinx folklore and classic fairy-tale influences together in a story about a pregnant woman, a mysterious creature, and a dangerous presence hiding inside her home. Wolf at the Door, based on Marisela Treviño Orta’s stage play, is being developed as a feature film by Concord Originals. The project will be directed by Agustina San Martín, the Argentine filmmaker behind the upcoming psychological horror film Psyche. With its 19th-century New Mexico setting and mythology-inspired premise, the adaptation offers a darker interpretation of familiar fairy-tale elements, particularly the idea of a predator hiding behind a seemingly familiar face.
Wolf at the Door Movie Adaptation Announced
Concord Originals has announced that it is developing and producing a feature-length adaptation of Wolf at the Door, a gothic horror play published under Concord Theatricals. Agustina San Martín will direct the film from a screenplay written by the original playwright, Marisela Treviño Orta.
The story is set in 19th-century New Mexico and follows a young woman approaching the birth of her first child. She begins to foresee the return of a terrifying half-man, half-wolf creature. However, the supernatural threat is not the only danger waiting for her, as another predator already occupies the hacienda she calls home.
The feature adaptation will expand on the play’s folklore-inspired premise, combining supernatural horror with a story of confinement, family conflict, and survival.
The Story Behind the Original Play
First staged in 2018, Wolf at the Door is part of a trilogy of plays by Treviño Orta inspired by Latinx mythology and the Brothers Grimm fairy tales.
The original stage production follows Isadora, who finds the courage to resist her abusive husband after he forces a pregnant woman to remain against her will. As a pack of wolves approaches, the characters begin making plans for the unborn child, setting the stage for a confrontation involving both human cruelty and supernatural danger.
The film’s premise retains the central elements of the play while placing greater emphasis on the looming threat of the half-man, half-wolf creature. Its setting and mythology also provide an opportunity to explore horror through folklore rather than relying entirely on familiar contemporary supernatural conventions.
Agustina San Martín to Direct the Gothic Horror Film
San Martín is an Argentine filmmaker known for her atmospheric approach to horror. Her upcoming psychological horror film Psyche is currently in post-production. Now, she will bring that experience to Wolf at the Door.
Treviño Orta will also write the screenplay herself. This gives the original playwright the opportunity to adapt her work for a feature film while retaining its central themes and mythology.
Sophia Dilley and Charles Hopkins will produce the project for Concord Originals. Meanwhile, Quíle Miguel Gomez, Victor Zaraya, and Bob Valentine will serve as executive producers.
Hopkins described the play’s mythology as a strong foundation for an elevated horror film. He also highlighted San Martín’s visual style and atmospheric approach as key reasons for bringing her on board.
Casting Underway for Wolf at the Door
The production team has started casting, but no actors have been announced yet. The filmmakers have also kept the filming schedule, release date, and distribution plans under wraps.
The project forms part of Concord Originals’ wider effort to develop screen adaptations from properties in the BMG and Concord catalog.
With its historical setting, folklore-inspired mythology, and unsettling supernatural premise, Wolf at the Door could offer something different from more familiar gothic horror stories. San Martín’s involvement also makes it an interesting project to watch as it moves through development. More details about the cast and production should emerge in the coming months.
