New Sci-Fi Horror 'Affection' Traps a Woman in a Terrifying Memory Loop

Jessica Rothe stars in Affection

What if the scariest thing you could lose… is your memory?

Synopsis

This dark sci-fi horror story centers on Ellie, a woman trapped in an unsettling cycle she cannot break. Stricken with a mysterious condition that unpredictably wipes her memory, she wakes to a life she doesn’t recognize - unable to remember her husband or her young daughter.

Each reset leaves her frightened and scrambling to piece together who she is and whom she can trust. Even more disturbing are the intensely vivid visions that plague her: memories of moments and experiences that feel real but never happened.

As the resets become more frequent and the hallucinations more intrusive, Ellie begins to question whether her condition is medical, psychological, or something far more terrifying.

About Affection

Marking the feature debut of writer and director BT Meza, the film is described as a dark sci-fi horror project that blends psychological dread with speculative storytelling.

Meza has stated that the story is deeply personal, drawing from his own emotions, fears, and memories. Through a science fiction lens, the film explores identity, trauma, and the fragile nature of perception.

The project is produced by Minutehand Pictures, Superconductive, and Circa 1888, with Brainstorm Media distributing in the United States.

Director and Cast

The film is written and directed by BT Meza, and the cast includes Jessica Rothe, Joseph Cross, and Julianna Layne.

Teaser Trailer

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Affection will be released in 2026

Release Date

The film is currently awaiting release and is expected to arrive sometime in 2026. An exact premiere date has not yet been announced.