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What should have been an uneventful ride back to campus unexpectedly becomes a nightmare as Max, a diabetic, biology grad student, is entrapped in a diabolical new-age wellness experiment. With her insulin supply dwindling, Max is forced into a deadly game of cat and mouse where she must escape at all costs or risk becoming the next test subject to extend the lives of the rich and privileged.
Filmhub and Vortex Media distributes in the US.
The directorial debut of writer James Villeneuve (Vicious Fun).
Described as a “bold directorial debut [that] expertly melds cat-and-mouse horror with medical thrillers, creating must-see entertainment for eager genre fans.”
Said to be inspired by third person role-playing games.
Pins and Needles arrived exclusively on Super Channel across Canada on November 29, 2024.
Filmhub and Vortex Media released Pins and Needles on VOD on June 24, 2025.
Director: James Villeneuve
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