Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins on Staying Resilient and Collaborating with Halle Berry in Never Let Go
From the visionary mind of Alexandre Aja (The Hills Have Eyes, Crawl) and the creative team behind Stranger Thingsand Arrival comes the psychological thriller/horror film Never Let Go. This intense and captivating film, directed by Aja and written by KC Coughlin and Ryan Grassby, stars Academy Award® winner Halle Berry alongside rising talents Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins. We spoke with Daggs and Jenkins, who shared their experiences of staying resilient and showing immense bravery as young actors, despite the film’s challenging and thought-provoking themes.
Both stars delved deep into what the movie’s powerful message taught them. They discussed how working on such a demanding project allowed them to grow as both artists and individuals, gaining a greater understanding of their own strengths and vulnerabilities. Daggs and Jenkins expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to work with a legendary actress like Halle Berry, who was not only sweet but also treated them like family. They reflected on the valuable lessons learned from this experience and how it has shaped their perspectives on future roles and their place in the ever-evolving world of cinema. With their impressive talent and dedication, it’s clear that we will be seeing these young stars a lot more in the future, as their paths in the industry shine bright.
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In Never Let Go, an unimaginable evil lurks just beyond the front door, threatening to consume everything in its path. A mother, portrayed by Halle Berry, and her twin sons must stay connected at all times—sometimes literally tethered by ropes—to survive in their home, which has become their only sanctuary. As fear and uncertainty grow, the family clings to their protective bond, determined to “never let go.” But when one of the boys begins to question whether the evil is real or imagined, their fragile unity begins to crack, unleashing a terrifying struggle for survival.
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Produced by Shawn Levy, Dan Cohen, Dan Levine, and Alexandre Aja, with Halle Berry, Holly Jeter, Daniel Clarke, Emily Morris, Christopher Woodrow, and Connor DiGregorio serving as executive producers, Never Let Go promises to be a gripping and heart-pounding experience that explores the strength of family bonds under extreme duress. PurchaseTickets now
