Shell is a black comedy horror movie that also serves as something of a The Handmaid’s Tale reunion for its star, Elisabeth Moss. The movie was helmed by Max Minghella, who played Nick in that series, as his second directorial effort. Although it premiered in 2024, Shell is now enjoying a wide release, making it Moss’ first post- Handmaid’s Tale project.
The story centers around Samantha Lake (Moss), a once-loved actor who has found herself struggling to stay relevant. That is, until she meets with Zoe Shannon (Kate Hudson) , a wellness mogul whose offerings appear too good to be true. Samantha goes on to discover exactly what lies beneath the glossy exterior of Shannon’s company, Shell.
ScreenRant ’s Ash Crossan spoke with Elisabeth Moss about the actor’s work in the darkly