Now that Cooper Koch has become mega popular after portraying Erik Menendez in the second season of Ryan Murphy’s Monsters, his talent has been highlighted, and he is one of the trending figures of 2024.
Although he has just recently been in the media spotlight, the 28-year-old star has a rich career with experience in multiple genres. In 2022, he released a horror movie that has been praised for its disturbing tone.
The film is Swallowed, which was written and directed by Carter Smith (The Ruins and Jamie Marks Is Dead). The actor is not the only recognized figure in the thriller; it also features Jena Malone, known for The Hunger Games.
Where and how to stream Swallowed in the US
“Swallowed” is an independent film that has received positive reviews at film festivals, praised for its unique blend of horror and unexpected emotional depth. It can be purchased or rented on Prime Video and Apple TV+.
The title, directed by Carter Smith and released in 2022, combines elements of body horror and survival horror, focusing on themes like friendship, love and the darker aspects of human experience.
Cooper Koch has expressed his enthusiasm for independent cinema, valuing the intimacy and collaboration that arise from smaller projects. He noted that the relationship between his role, Benjamin, and Dom evolves throughout the drama.
In terms of style, it was filmed in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which enhances the claustrophobic atmosphere and emphasizes the close relationships between the characters. It is undoubtedly an interesting option…
What is Swallowed about?
The plot follows Dom (played by José Colón) and Benjamin (portrayed by Cooper Koch), two childhood friends whose lives spiral into chaos when they are forced to smuggle drugs across the border.
Tension escalates when they encounter the menacing character Alice (played by Jena Malone), who compels Dom to swallow bags of drugs.
The situation becomes even more complicated at a rest stop, where they must fight for their survival in an environment of betrayal and violence, especially when they meet Rich (played by Mark Patton), a self-proclaimed drug dealer.