Horror film The Devils Candy(out March 17) has generated terrific buzz since it premiered at the Toronto Film Festival in 2015. But one person who hasnt seen it yet is cast member Shiri Appleby. Ive been on the move so much, I just havent had an opportunity, says the UnREAL actress. I dont want to see it without an audience, because I know its the kind of movie that really deserves that. Also? Imscared to see it! she admits.

In this film from Tasmanian director Sean Byrne (The Loved Ones), Appleby and Ethan Embry play a couple who, together with their daughter (Kiara Glasco), move into a remote house with a dark past and find themselves targeted by Pruitt Taylor Vinces unhinged local. Ive never worked with somebody who had such a clear vision, says Appleby of Byrne. He knew completely the story he wanted to be telling. I felt like he was really driven. Hes a real artist.

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In the film, Embrys character is a metalhead, and Appleby says the actor encouraged her to check out the genre. I hadnt listened to that much heavy metal before the movie, she explains. Ethan really got into it, and it felt like it really became part of the experience of making the movie.So, is Appleby now cranking up the Metallica on the drive to work? No! she says. Im shooting UnREAL. The world of UnREAL is crazy enough. I get in the car and try to listen to some nice peaceful, relaxing music to counterpoint the dark world I have to get involved in as soon as I hit set.

The Devils Candy isnt Applebys first foray into horror. Back in the late 80s, the then-preteenappeared in a film called Curse II: The Bite. What was that about? I feel like it was about a snake that came out of somebodys arm that was biting people, she replies, uncertainly. There were a lot of special effects and smoke. You know we are one 100 percent going to track the film down, right? Okay, she laughs. Youll have to let me know how it was!

Watch the trailer for The Devils Candy below and an exclusive clip from the film above.

The Devils Candy will be available in select theaters, on VOD, and via digital platforms on March 17from IFC Midnight.

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