Known in some circles as “The She-Devil with a Sword,” author Robert E. Howard’s Red Sonja has been adapted from his novels into comics and, until recently, only one theatrical title. Director MJ Bassett has changed this with her Matilda Lutz-led adaptation, titled Red Sonja, that released in theaters for one-night only on August 13th and is set for a VOD release on August 29th, unleashing a new tale with the Hyborian Age for audiences to experience. 

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Sitting down with EoM Contributor AJ Friar, Bassett and Lutz discuss how they each became attached to the project, how practical effects impacted the process, and a great deal more in this brief conversation.

If you prefer an audio version, you can listen to the full interview here:

Official Summary:

Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.

Available on VOD August 29^th, 2025.

For more information, head either to the official Red Sonja Samuel Goldwyn Films webpage or theatrical release website.

Film critic AJ Friar has a deep passion for cinema and a keen eye for storytelling. With several years of experience in the industry, Friar has written for Infamous Horror and Infamous Movies. Known for insightful reviews and in-depth film critique, Friar continues to look for opportunities for growth.

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