About My Valentine

'My Valentine' is a 2020 horror-thriller film released on Hulu as part of their holiday anthology series, 'Into the Dark.' The film explores the dark side of pop culture, focusing on the consequences of plagiarism and stolen identity in the music industry.

Plot Summary

The story revolves around Valentine, a pop star who discovers her ex-boyfriend and manager has stolen her music and given it to a new "look-alike" protege named Trezzure. The majority of the film happens in one place, the concert venue, where Valentine is trapped with Trezzure and her abusive ex, resulting in a chilling night of terror and revelation.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Maggie Levin and produced by Scott Levine, under the production company Blumhouse Television. It was part of Hulu's 'Into the Dark' series, which released a new horror-themed film each month themed around the corresponding holiday.

Actors

• Britt Baron as Valentine: Played with remarkable vulnerability and strength, capturing the struggles of a tormented artist.
• Anna Akana as Trezzure: Portrayed the unaware, manipulated rising star with a contrasting mix of innocence and arrogance.
• Benedict Samuel as Royal: His portrayal of the manipulative and selfish ex-manager was a chilling personification of abuse.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film uses its soundtrack, composed by Dresage and AG, to further the narrative, with lyrics paralleling the onscreen action.
• The film intertwines horror elements with relevant societal issues such as gaslighting and plagiarism.
• Valentine's music is a play on 80’s and 90’s pop, while Trezzure’s songs are very much styled to current pop trends.

Quotes

• "What is a voice, if it's only echoing?" - Valentine
• "Do you have any idea how lucky you are?" - Royal

Music, Soundtrack

• "My Valentine" by Dresage and Gizzle - The song encapsulates the movie's essence and Valentine's pain.
• "Feelin' Lucky" by Dresage - Played during the climactic scene, emphasizing the emotions during the critical moment.