“Killer Films Joins Ray Panthaki’s Directorial Debut ‘In Starland’ Starring Clarence Maclin” — what this page in the network covers. Indie powerhouse Killer Films has boarded ‘In Starland,’ the directorial debut of British actor Ray Panthaki, with Christine Vachon and Mason Plotts joining as producers. The film stars Clarence Maclin, whose breakout performance in A24’s ‘Sing Sing’ earned widespread acclaim. The announcement coincides with the film’s world premiere at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, a key platform for emerging auteur cinema.
Killer Films’ involvement signals strong industry confidence in Panthaki’s transition from actor to director, while Maclin’s rising profile adds commercial and critical appeal. The collaboration brings together veteran producers known for championing bold, independent voices—Vachon’s credits include ‘Carol’ and ‘Past Lives’—with fresh talent, creating a project that bridges established prestige and new perspectives. As ‘In Starland’ debuts in Estonia, all eyes will be on whether it can translate festival buzz into broader distribution and awards momentum. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.