Exclusive Video Interview: Writer And Director Airell Anthony Hayles Discusses ‘Advent’

The new Christmas-themed horror film Advent (alternatively known as The Krampus Calendar) had its world premiere at FrightFest Halloween earlier this year. And we talked to writer and director Airell Anthony Hayles about the Christmas-themed film at the event. You may know Hayles as the director of previous films such as They’re Outside and Werewolf Santa, and he also helmed one of the segments of the 2022 anthology film Midnight Peepshow. You can enjoy our video interview with Hayles in the player below, and you will no doubt be intrigued by all the details he offers.

Advent stars Rasina Alexander as Hayley, a paranormal podcaster whose life begins to spiral out of control when she comes into possession of an item known as a Krampus Calendar. She believes it was created by the demonic being known as Krampus, which, as you will no doubt be aware, is closely associated with the Christmas season. The found footage film also stars Mark Arnold, Cian Lorcan, and Cory Peterson, with Hellraiser star Nicholas Vince also making a memorable appearance as a professor of the paranormal known as Richard Hill.

Since it recently completed its festival run, Advent is now streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Therefore, if you are a fan of festive season-themed horror films, there is no excuse not to experience Advent for yourself.

Exclusive Video Interview: Writer And Director Airell Anthony Hayles