Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Unleashed

In the midst of a snowy winter, a young and ambitious director, played by Hannah Einbinder, sets out to revive a faded horror franchise, Camp Miasma, by tracking down the reclusive original star, played by Gillian Anderson. As the two women meet, they fall into a world of obsession, fear, and blood-soaked delusion, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. This surreal and deeply strange film is a satire of traditional horror, incorporating diverse stylistic aspects and pushing the boundaries of the genre.

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is a 2026 American slasher film written and directed by Jane Schoenbrun, starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson. The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with a 93% Rotten Tomatoes score and an 89/100 Metacritic score, indicating "universal acclaim". It has also won several awards, including the Queer Palm at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. With its unique blend of comedy, horror, and romance, this film is set to leave audiences on the edge of their seats.

The film's bold and unapologetic take on the slasher genre has been praised by critics, with many noting its clever subversion of traditional horror tropes and its exploration of themes such as desire, fear, and delirium. Viewers have also been impressed by the film's willingness to take risks and push boundaries, with some noting that it is a "deeply strange, surrealistic meta-delving 'deconstruction' take on the genre". Others have praised the film's queer representation, noting that it is a "good Queer representation" and that the performances of Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson are "amazing".

On Saturday, 14 November 2026, the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton will be screening Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma on 35mm, as part of the Duke's After Dark series. The screening will be preceded by a recorded intro by Jane Schoenbrun, and copies of their debut novel, Public Access Afterworld, will be available for purchase. Tickets are on sale, and can be purchased with the button beside the article. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of the most talked-about films of the year on the big screen.