Spring Breakers sequel ‘Salvation Mountain' emerges after 12 years — here's what to know
A sequel to the 2012 cult hit Spring Breakers has officially been announced, this time titled Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain, featuring a new cast and creative team.
The project, unveiled at Cannes by Capture — a joint venture between Capstone Global and Signature Entertainment — marks a fresh take on the original's rebellious energy, this time tailored for Gen Z audiences.
Matthew Bright (Freeway) will direct the sequel, replacing original filmmaker Harmony Korine. While Korine is not involved, producers Chris Hanley (American Psycho) and Jordan Gertner (Bully), who backed the first film, are returning. Capstone Studios is financing the production, with international sales being handled by Capture's Ella Field, Asia Muci, Emilie Barra and Nathan Wang.
Leading the new cast is Bella Thorne, joined by Ariel Martin (Zombies 2), Grace Van Dien (Stranger Things), and True Whitaker (Godfather of Harlem). The plot follows a group of rebellious girls who head out for spring break in what producers describe as a 'crime thriller' and 'a bold new ride for Gen Z.' According to the synopsis, when their spring break escapade spirals out of control, they must escape the chaos they've unleashed.
Speaking about the project, Hanley and Gertner said they are excited to revisit the world of Spring Breakers and 'keep exploring bold, new, disruptive stories around that wild, fever-dream of youth.' They added, 'The desire for spring break to go on forever is something we've never let go of.'
The original Spring Breakers, starring James Franco, Selena Gomez, and Vanessa Hudgens, grossed over $30 million worldwide on a $5 million budget and gained a cult following. A previous sequel attempt titled Spring Breakers: The Second Coming was shelved in 2017.
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