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| Directed by | Tyler-Marie Evans |
| Written by | Tyler-Marie Evans |
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| Cinematography | Lauren Guiteras |
| Edited by | Benjamin Rodriguez Jr. |
| Music by | Romano Molino Dunn |
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Running time | 92 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Pretty Babies is an upcoming 2026 American drama film written and directed by Tyler-Marie Evans in her directorial debut. It stars Ashley Benson, Emily Alyn Lind, Madelaine Petsch and Sadie Stanley.
It will have its world premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on August 14, 2026.
Premise
[edit]Two teenage girls chase their dreams of becoming actresses by traveling to Hollywood but their dreams lead them to the dark underbelly of the sex work industry.
Cast
[edit]- Ashley Benson as Sapphire
- Emily Alyn Lind as Marie
- Madelaine Petsch as Gemma
- Sadie Stanley as Luna
- Elias Kacavas
- DeVaughn Nixon
- Wyatt Yang
- Simon Roszak
Production
[edit]In July 2025, it was announced Ashley Benson, Emily Alyn Lind, Madelaine Petsch and Sadie Stanley had joined the cast of the film, with Tyler-Marie Evans making her directorial debut. Christine Vachon produced under her Killer Films banner, with Benson also serving as a producer.[2] Principal photography commenced in Oklahoma.[3] In September 2025, Elias Kacavas, DeVaughn Nixon, Wyatt Yang, and Simon Roszak joined the cast.[4]
Release
[edit]It will have its world premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on August 14, 2026.[5]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Pretty Babies". Edinburgh International Film Festival. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ Donnelly, Matt; Stephen, Katcy (July 2, 2025). "Ashley Benson, Emily Alyn Lind, Madelaine Petsch and Sadie Stanley Set for Indie Drama 'Pretty Babies' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Pretty Babies: Filmed in Oklahoma, Built for Big Conversations". Behind the Scenes Oklahoma. October 22, 2025. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ Grobar, Matt (September 19, 2025). "Elias Kacavas Joins Indie Drama 'Pretty Babies' From Tyler-Marie Evans". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ Ford, Lily (July 1, 2026). "'Trainspotting' Reunion, 'I Want Your Sex,' 'Sheep in the Box': Edinburgh Film Festival Unveils 2026 Slate". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 28, 2026.