Martha Is Dead: The Psychological Horror Video Game Will Have a Film Adaptation

Martha Is Dead, the indie horror game set in World War II will be adapted to film. The game’s Italian developer, LKA, teamed up with production company Studios Extraordinaires to bring the psychological adventure to the big screen. Released in early 2022, Martha Is Dead functioned as a first-person adventure that followed the story of two identical twins, Guilia, the protagonist, and Martha. Set in Tuscany in 1944 during the final stretch of World War II, the sisters maintain a tense relationship due to the clear favoritism that Martha receives from her mother. However, everything takes a more twisted turn when Martha turns up dead and her mother mistakenly believes Guilia to be Martha, leading her to assume her late sister’s identity. Although details of the plot of the film in development have not yet been revealed, it is expected that the adaptation will follow this same premise.

Martha is Dead Will Have a Film Adaptation

Luca Dalcò, founder and director of LKA, as well as writer and designer of Martha Is Dead, said in this regard:

“Every element of ‘Martha Is Dead‘ was created with extraordinary precision and care. The complexity of the narrative has been meticulously planned, visualized, and even modeled with a cinematic quality in mind. Bringing all of this to life as a film is a dream come true”.

Celebrated for its detail and realism, the game has won worldwide critical acclaim for its ability to blend the boundaries between reality, superstition, and the tragedy of war in a gripping mystery that keeps players on the edge of their seats until the end. In 2022, actress Annie Warburton won the “Gaming – Best Performance – Female” award at the One Voice Awards 2022, for her performance as the voice of Giulia.

These are the Words of Leo Zullo, CEO of Wired Productions:

“The game’s compelling narrative and unique setting make it a perfect candidate for a film adaptation. We are thrilled to join forces with Studios Extraordinaires to create a landmark cinematic experience, fusing the art of gaming and cinema in an unprecedented way”.

The adaptation will be handled by Studios Extraordinaires, a creative company owned by André Hedetoft and Andreas Troedsson that specializes in making action, horror, and science fiction films based on original stories and games.

André and Andreas from Studios Extraordinaires Say:

“Martha Is Dead is a narrative masterpiece, expertly weaving a captivating murder mystery from a young woman’s point of view in a way that has never been done before. We’re eager to bring this poignant tale to life, offering fans and newcomers alike a cinematic tour-de-force while remaining true to the game’s poignant essence”.

Currently in development, the film adaptation of “Martha Is Dead” was made in close collaboration with Luca Dalcò, founder and director of LKA, as well as creator of Martha Is Dead. André Hedetoft and Andreas Troedsson are involved in the feature film as co-directors. In addition to directing, André brings additional skills as the screenwriter of the screenplay, while Andreas Troedsson also takes on the role of director of photography.

Studios Extraordinaires is directed by André Hedetoft and Andreas Troedsson, screenwriters and directors who – according to the description on their website – have extensive experience in developing high-end action, horror, and science fiction films from original stories and extraordinary games. Luca Dalcò, founder of LKA and creator of Martha Is Dead, is also involved in the project. Martha Is Dead is the new venture of the studio that months ago also announced the development of adaptations of the science fiction game Fort Solis, as well as an upcoming film of the horror shooter Veil.