Concord Originals Adapts Gothic Horror Play Wolf at the Door
BMG’s film division expands its portfolio by reimagining theatrical IP for the screen.
1Horror Project Development
Concord Originals is developing the supernatural gothic horror feature Wolf at the Door. Based on the play by Marisela Treviño Orta, the film explores Latinx mythology and fairy tale elements. Production is currently in the early stages, with casting efforts underway to fill roles for this 19th-century New Mexico period piece.
2Creative Leadership Team
The project is helmed by Argentine director Agustina San Martín, known for her psychological horror work. Executive production is handled by Sophia Dilley and Charles Hopkins, both of whom have significant industry experience. Their leadership reflects the division's strategic shift toward producing original content rather than simply packaging existing external projects.
3Strategic IP Integration
This film marks the first play commissioned and developed entirely in-house by the division. By utilizing the deep catalog of Concord Theatricals, the team aims to transform stage works into cinematic experiences. This approach highlights the company's ability to identify world-class intellectual property and successfully reimagine it for modern film audiences.
4Expanding Media Portfolio
Founded in 2021, the eight-person division is leveraging a massive library of assets. This includes over 18,000 titles from Concord Theatricals and 5,000 assets from the recently acquired RKO library. These archives provide a rich foundation for future reinventions, including classic cinema titles like Alfred Hitchcock’s Suspicion and Fritz Lang’s The Woman in the Window.
5Synergy Across Divisions
The company benefits from internal connections between its music, theater, and film arms. Director San Martín is a protégé of BMG client Lin-Manuel Miranda, illustrating how talent networks overlap within the organization. Executives believe these common connections among artists will increasingly drive future project development and creative collaborations across different media platforms.
6The 360-Degree Approach
Concord Originals aims to manage the entire life cycle of its copyrights. This strategy involves creating films, stage productions, and albums from a single property to maximize cultural impact. By bringing playwrights into the writing process and involving musicians, they seek to keep iconic legacies relevant for new, diverse generations of viewers.
7RKO Library Potential
Executives see the RKO acquisition as a timely opportunity to explore contained-budget filmmaking. They intend to revisit classic stories that have not been oversaturated in the current market. This historical model of efficient production is being analyzed to see how it can be applied to modern industry standards and contemporary audience expectations.
8Future Slate Outlook
The division’s scripted slate remains diverse, featuring projects like the musical Bleeding Love and a Cinderella adaptation with Skydance TV. These initiatives, alongside collaborations with Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions, demonstrate a commitment to broad storytelling. The team continues to focus on championing great IP to maintain a strong presence in the zeitgeist.
Original article: Variety – Music — Concord Originals Adapts Gothic Horror Play Wolf at the Door