Before the Silent Night Part II
Eddie wakes from a coma at Thornton Mercy Hospital after a near-fatal accident left him regaining his strength with the help of a devoted nurse, Erica. Just before his discharge, an explosion traps them in, leaving Eddie to confront nightmares far beyond his imagination.
Part 2 of the prequel story to a new horror film coming from Vega Montañez October 2026.
Before the Silent Night
Eddie, a charismatic con man, known for turning deception into an art, finds his latest hustle upended when a mysterious man and his bodyguards join the game.
Part 1 of the prequel story to a new horror film coming from Vega Montañez October 2026.
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The story follows Jimmy, played by Steven Staine-Fernandez, a man on an unyielding mission for vengeance after narrowly escaping a deadly trap that killed his cousins. Set in the gritty Neo Rhode City, Jimmy’s pursuit of justice leads him into violent confrontations with two rival drug kingpins—Gabriel, played by Rico Hundo with explosive intensity, and Russell, portrayed by Luis Berrio with cold calculation. The film’s high-energy action sequences bring to mind the relentless pace of John Wick and Crank, immersing viewers in a pulse-pounding narrative.
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The comparisons to John Wick and Crank feel justified, as Montañez amplifies the tension and action in inventive ways that surprise and thrill.
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The film’s strength lies not only in Montañez’s storytelling but also in the performances that bring his vision to life. Each actor delivers a compelling portrayal, adding nuance to their characters and enriching the film’s emotional depth.
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