Johannes Roberts, the director who famously turned the ocean into a claustrophobic death trap in 47 Meters Down, is trading shark-infested waters for a sun-drenched Hawaiian villa in his latest horror-thriller, Primate. Scheduled for release on Blu-ray and DVD on April 21st, the film follows Lucy (Johnny Sequoyah) as her tropical homecoming turns into a desperate struggle for survival. What begins as a relaxing reunion with friends quickly spirals into "terrifying chaos" when the family’s exceptionally intelligent chimpanzee, Ben, enters a savage, rabid frenzy. With her father away and the group trapped in their remote island estate, the once-trusted pet becomes a lethal predator, transforming a luxury paradise into a bloody prison.
The home media release, distributed by Paramount Pictures, offers an extensive look behind the curtain of this "cinematic nightmare." Fans can dive into a full-length commentary track featuring Roberts and producer Walter Hamada, or explore a series of featurettes that break down the film’s production. Highlights include "Creating Ben," a deep dive into the physical performance and practical effects used to bring the central chimp to life, and "New Blood," which features interviews with the cast—including Oscar winner Troy Kotsur, on what it took to survive the intense, R-rated shoot. From the evolution of the script in "Primal Terror" to the immersive set design of the tropical villa in "Designing Paradise," this release is positioned as a must-have for horror fans who appreciate the craft of the genre.
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