Led by Johnny Pemberton and featuring Robert Patrick, Kevin Nealon, and Avery Potemri, writer/director Tyler Cornack’s horror comedy Mermaid is an ode to Florida Man.
Johnny Pemberton as Doug and Avery Potemri as Destiny in MERMAID. Photo Credit: Florida Man LLC. Photo courtesy of XYZ Films.
In a brief five-minute conversation for EoM Presents, EoM Contributor AJ Friar chats with Cornack about the inspiration for the film, gathering the cast, and the various challenges of making a small movie that involves ocean shoots.
If you prefer an audio version, you can listen to the full interview here:
Official Synopsis:
Doug is an awkward Florida drug addict. Divorced and alone, he shares custody of his young daughter with his ex. Doug’s reeling from losing his job at a local strip club, where he takes care of the fish in the aquarium. Things are beyond bleak – so Doug zips his boat out into the Gulf to end the pain of his reality. But at his lowest point, he discovers an injured Mermaid creature clinging to life. For Doug, it’s a sign from the Universe – so he brings her home, gives her shelter in his tub and begins to nurse her back to health. He even names her Destiny. As their rapport blossoms, word of his secret gets out and he is forced to protect his new friend by any means necessary.
In select theaters April 8th, 2026.
For more information, head to the official Mermaid 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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