Horror fans can look forward to the upcoming release of 'Longlegs', a horror thriller starring Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage. The film follows FBI agent Lee Harker, played by Monroe, as she tracks down a serial killer who has been active for 30 years. The final trailer for the movie has been released, providing further context to Cage's character, known as 'The Man Downstairs'. 'Longlegs' is set to hit theaters on July 12, 2024 [117d42e1].
The movie 'Longlegs,' starring Nicolas Cage and Maika Monroe, is scheduled for theatrical release on July 12. The film has generated significant buzz in the horror community and has a perfect 100% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes. It follows FBI agent Lee Harker, played by Monroe, as she investigates the unsolved case of the Satanic serial killer known as Longlegs. The exact streaming release date has not been confirmed, but it is reasonable to expect it to be available on Hulu around January 2025. The film has achieved a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes [cfd80b17].
Horror fans have been left with mixed reactions to Ti West's acclaimed horror film X, which recently premiered on Netflix. The A24 film follows a group of actors making an adult film in rural Texas, who find themselves in a desperate fight for their lives when caught by their reclusive hosts. The film stars Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega, and musician Ariana Grande. It was well-received by critics and holds a positive score of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, some viewers have expressed disappointment, citing the lack of genuine moments of thrill and excessive explanations. The love story between the two leads has been praised as a relatively positive aspect. Netflix shared a teaser clip on Facebook, which garnered over 300,000 likes. X is described as an 'unmissable arthouse horror that will leave you paralyzed with fear' [0adc7890].
In a surprising turn of events, despite receiving scathing reviews and an 11% score on Rotten Tomatoes, the horror film 'Firestarter' has climbed up the Netflix film charts. The science fiction and horror movie, released in 2022 and starring Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, and Sydney Lemmon, grossed £11.8 million at the box office. Directed by Akiva Goldsman, the film follows a young girl with pyrokinetic abilities who becomes the target of a government agency. Despite the negative reception from critics, viewers have discovered the film and are watching it in large numbers [0adc7890].
Desert Road, a time-loop thriller set in a remote desert town, made its debut at the 2024 South by Southwest Festival. The film stars Kristine Froseth, Frances Fisher, Beau Bridges, and Max Mattern. Froseth plays the lead role in the multi-layered non-linear story, where her character, Clare, finds herself stuck in a time loop, wandering the small deserted town and fearing she will never escape. Director Shannon Triplett praised Froseth's performance and revealed that the movie was partially inspired by a real-life experience of getting lost in the desert. The cast members discussed their characters and the challenges of portraying them in a time-loop narrative during an interview. Desert Road premiered at SXSW on March 10, 2024, and is currently seeking wider distribution [096c228c].
Nature’s most elusive creature, Sasquatch, is the subject of the film SASQUATCH SUNSET, directed by the Zellner Brothers and starring Riley Keough and Jesse Eisenberg. Bleecker Street is presenting a series of Q&As with the directors and stars for the opening weekend in NYC, Los Angeles, and Austin, TX. The Los Angeles Q&A will be moderated by Olivia Wilde, Aidy Bryant, and Adam Brody, while the Austin, TX Q&A will be moderated by Don Hertzfeldt and Jeff Nichols. Jesse Eisenberg will participate in the NYC Q&A. SASQUATCH SUNSET is currently in select theaters and will be nationwide on April 19 [d39d8804].
Director Woo Jae-yeon aims to deliver wild surprises in the upcoming comedy horror film 'Handsome Guys'. The film incorporates elements from various genres like mystery and horror, with a Hollywood-style occult theme that captures the tone of American comedy films from the 1980s and 1990s. The story revolves around two men who move into a new house in a rural town and attract attention and suspicion from the villagers and police officers. An accidental event triggers the awakening of a powerful spirit sealed in the basement, leading to a series of unpredictable incidents. 'Handsome Guys' is set for release on June 26 and is produced by Hive Media Corp [ddb786a5].