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'Freaky Tales' Cast and Filmmakers Reflect on the Legacy of Angus Cloud at Sundance 2024

The premiere of "Freaky Tales" at Sundance paid tribute to the late Angus Cloud, with star Jay Ellis expressing his condolences. The film, set in 1987 Oakland, is an anthology featuring a star-studded cast and a surprise cameo by Tom Hanks. Directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, the movie is a fast-paced mix of pulp, pop, rap, comic books, supernatural horror, and kung fu, with a bloody denouement involving Ellis and a samurai sword. The directors and audience praised the film's unique storytelling and simultaneous shooting style, with Fleck citing it as a must-see movie.