Boy Harsher Wraps Directorial Debut The Lonely Woman

Boy Harsher, the electronic music duo consisting of Jae Matthews and Augustus Muller, have completed their directorial debut with the horror-thriller The Lonely Woman, featuring a cast that includes FKA Twigs, Chloë Sevigny, Sturgill Simpson and Bonnie Prince Billy. Principal photography wrapped recently in Upstate New York, with the film slated for release in 2026.

Set in the remote corners of rural New England, the story centers on a woman haunted by the death of her first love in a mountain tunnel. As she becomes entangled in the investigation of a new disappearance, she uncovers a seductive yet terrifying force lurking beneath the town. The screenplay, written by Matthews and Muller, blends atmospheric tension with sensual undertones, and the duo has composed the original score in their signature synth-driven style.

This marks the first feature-length project for Boy Harsher, known primarily for their darkwave music, including their 2019 album Careful and contributions to soundtracks like the 2022 short film The Runner, which they also directed. Their track Pain appeared in the horror movie Terrifier 2, signaling their growing interest in cinematic ventures. The production...