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Kristina Klebe (Wolf Kitten Pictures) - Feature

Updated: May 11

NOXTURNE

Written and Directed by KRISTINA KLEBE

Produced by Wolf Kitten Pictures

Starring : Kristina Klebe, Byron Clohessy, Laila Robins, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Kim Director, Robert Clohessy

Noxturne is a fantasy / thriller that follows a world-renowned pianist whose life is shattered after a devastating accident leaves her wheelchair-bound and dependent on her younger boyfriend as both caregiver and companion. As her recovery becomes increasingly isolating, disturbing visions, fractured memories, and dangerous obsessions begin to blur the line between reality and nightmare.

Drawing from Klebe’s own recovery following a life-altering spinal injury, Noxturne blends psychological suspense with dreamlike surrealism, exploring themes of bodily vulnerability, control, desire, and identity through a distinctly female lens.

In a new exclusive interview on Horror Valentines, Ella spoke with writer and director Kristina Klebe about Noxturne, produced by Wolf Kitten Pictures.

Kristina, Noxturne dives into a deeply emotional journey that is also very personal - what more can you tell us about this core focus or mission behind your current work, and what are you hoping to contribute to the wider genre landscape?

I want to make movies that break all the formulas in all ways, including equitable hiring. I want to tell stories that are meaningful, personal and yes sometimes scary - in the way that healing or going through a difficult time in life can be terrifying. But I also want to convey a sense of hope and possibility in the stories I choose to tell -  a sense that even in the darkest times, we can find the strength to persevere and come through it stronger and more at peace on the other side.


How does the work you do with Wolf Kitten Pictures continue to drive you in the creative or professional space, and why does it matter to you personally? 

I think it's all I know how to do, it's all I've ever wanted to do, and I want to continue making movies through the lens of my life experience as a woman and a feminist. 


You already touched on how important being a feminist is to you - what is your perspective on the role of women in genre today, and where do you see the most meaningful change happening? 

I think genre movies are evolving more quickly than other areas of the business actually. I think exploitation and films that use exploitation as a mechanism to win views will always exist but I think the greater culture of inclusion in the genre world is what allows women to be gaining a greater foothold towards equal representation.


Participating in Cannes is one way to contribute to the endeavour for equal representation. What else does participating in this Cannes genre platform mean for your work, and what are you hoping it helps unlock or amplify? 

I hope it helps get the word out about my debut feature Noxturne and my company Wolf Kitten Pictures that produced it. I want as many people as possible to watch it and go on this back-breaking ride with me ;) pun intended 

PANEL FEATURE

Kristina Klebe will be joining the Women in Genre panel at the Marché du Film, Cannes Film Festival 2026.

Women in Genre: Shaping Careers, Opening Doors & Building Power

Presented by Yes She Cannes & Fantastic Pavilion in partnership with Etheria Film Festival and Wench Film Festival

MAY 16TH | 3:30 – 4:30 PM | PALAIS STAGE, MARCHÉ DU FILM

Open to all accredited attendees

Free entry | See Marché du Film Conference Schedule for details

ABOUT THE INTERVIEWER


Ella is the founder of Horror Valentines, a platform dedicated to celebrating and amplifying voices within the horror and genre space. Through interviews, features, and curated content, her work highlights emerging and established filmmakers while exploring the evolving landscape of genre storytelling. She’s also an award-winning screenwriter, with her feature film “Revolution X” currently streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime.

Post created by Isabella Bonfante. Follow Isabella: @isabellabonfante

Yes She Cannes is a global platform dedicated to elevating women in film through visibility, connection and access - creating meaningful opportunities at Cannes and beyond. Follow along: @yesshecannes

 
 
 

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