Clips from Donnie Darko director's new film

A forthcoming movie from the director of sci-fi cult hit Donnie Darko looks to have finally secured a release date and fans can check out some clips now online.

Detailed on film website Ain't It Cool, some snippets of Southland Tales can currently be viewed online and should give audiences an idea of what to expect from the picture, set to open on December 7th in the UK.

According to Ain't It Cool, filming on Southland Tales finished a number of years ago - but following a number of edits and critical screenings, it is set to hit cinemas this year.

The film is set in a dystopian future society following a nuclear attack and involves a number of strange characters looking for answers.

The cast includes Sarah Michelle Gellar, The Rock and Seann William Scott, in addition to Mandy Moore and Miranda Richardson.

Fans of Donnie Darko - which told the story of a troubled teenager acting on the wishes of a six-foot-tall bunny - may want to check out the clips and look forward to seeing the whole movie in December.

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