The terror tale stars Keri Russell, Jesse Plemons, Graham Greene, and Jeremy T. Thomas.
“Oh, he’s fantastic,” praised the director.
And I said, ‘I would love to.’

Jeremy T. Thomas and Keri Russell in ‘Antlers.'.Kimberly French/Searchlight Pictures
I’ve always loved Ridley’sAlienand Friedkin’sThe Exorcistand Tarkovsky’sStalker.
I think some of the best horror always has certain social commentary.
Cooper collaborated closely with the famously monster-loving del Toro over the look of the film’s creature.

Scott Cooper and Guillermo del Toro.Kimberly French/Searchlight Pictures
He’s been a remarkable ally and I’ve loved working with him every minute."
Antlershits theaters on Oct. 29.
Watch the trailer forAntlersabove.