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entertainment1 year ago

Mormon Reactions to A24's Controversial Horror Film 'Heretic'

The film 'Heretic,' featuring Hugh Grant as a villainous professor, has sparked reactions from the Mormon community due to its portrayal of Mormon missionaries and its critique of religious beliefs. The psychological horror film, directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, explores themes of faith and doubt, drawing both criticism from the Mormon church and praise from ex-Mormons for its realistic depiction of missionary life. The film has prompted discussions on faith, belief, and the challenges faced by young missionaries.

via The Guardian|
#entertainment#faith#horrorfilm
entertainment2 years ago

"Night Swim: A Polarizing Plunge in Box Office and Reviews"

Universal's horror film "Night Swim" opened to a solid $5.2 million, aiming for a $12.5 million weekend, while "Wonka" continues to lead the box office with a $150 million domestic total. "Migration" and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" follow, with the latter set to surpass $100 million in North America. Sony's "Anyone but You" shows unexpected growth, indicating a positive trend for the romantic comedy genre.

via Variety|
##boxoffice#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Julia Garner Cast in Universal's 'Wolf Man' with Christopher Abbott, Directed by Leigh Whannell"

Julia Garner, acclaimed for her role in "Ozark," is set to star in the upcoming Blumhouse and Universal Pictures werewolf thriller "Wolf Man," directed by Leigh Whannell. She will be playing a mother in a family terrorized by a predator, alongside Christopher Abbott as the father. The film, which reunites Garner with Abbott after their first collaboration in "Martha, Marcy, May, Marlene," is scheduled for release on October 25, 2024. Garner continues to rise in Hollywood, with a track record of Emmy wins and notable performances in both television and film.

via Hollywood Reporter|
##blumhouse#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Julia Garner Cast as Lead in Universal's 'Wolf Man' Reboot by Blumhouse"

Julia Garner has been cast in the upcoming horror film "Wolf Man," directed by Leigh Whannell, where she will star opposite Christopher Abbott. Garner, known for her award-winning role in "Ozark" and her portrayal of Anna Delvey in "Inventing Anna," will play a mother facing a deadly predator. The film is part of the Universal monsterverse, with a release date set for October 25. Garner's previous collaborations include "The Assistant" and "The Royal Hotel," and she will also appear in "Apartment 7A." "Wolf Man" is a Blumhouse and Motel Movies production, with Ryan Gosling among the executive producers.

via Variety|
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entertainment2 years ago

"Night Swim's Box Office Dive: Haunted Pool Horror Flounders in Previews and Reviews"

Universal's new horror film "Night Swim" has garnered $1.45 million in previews and is projected to earn between $8 million and $12 million over its opening weekend. Despite poor reviews, with a Rotten Tomatoes score of 27%, the film is expected to benefit from a lack of competition and the upcoming MLK weekend. Meanwhile, "Wonka" continues to lead the box office in its fourth weekend, with Timothée Chalamet's performance contributing to its success as his highest grossing solo film in the US to date.

via Deadline|
##boxoffice#entertainment
arts-and-entertainment2 years ago

"Night Swim: A Deep Dive into Blumhouse's Latest Chilling Flop"

"Night Swim," directed by Bryce McGuire and produced by horror experts James Wan and Jason Blum, is a horror film that explores the dark side of suburban life through the lens of a family's backyard pool. The film starts strong with effective scares, particularly in scenes involving swimming at night, but later becomes muddled with too many horror tropes and themes, losing some of its emotional impact. Despite its flaws, the film is seen as a promising debut for McGuire and a decent horror flick for a winter release, giving pool owners a scare that might just linger until summer. Rated PG-13, "Night Swim" runs for 1 hour and 56 minutes and is now in theaters.

via The New York Times|
##arts-and-entertainment#brycemcguire
entertainment2 years ago

"Night Swim's Murky Debut: High Hopes Dampened by Soggy Reviews"

"Night Swim," a supernatural thriller produced by the newly merged Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, is projected to make a $9-11 million debut at the box office. Despite lukewarm reviews and a typically slow January for cinemas, the film, starring Wyatt Russell and Kerry Condon, hopes to capitalize on the lack of horror competition until the release of "Imaginary" in March. The film's performance will be closely watched as it's the first major release after the holiday season, which did not see a blockbuster capable of sustaining long-term ticket sales, with "Aquaman 2" underperforming and "Wonka" currently leading the box office.

via Variety|
##boxoffice#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Mickey Mouse Turns Terrifying as 'Steamboat Willie' Enters Public Domain, Inspiring New Horror Film and Game"

Director-producer Steven LaMorte, along with the producers of Terrifier 2, has announced a new horror film inspired by Steamboat Willie, the earliest version of Mickey Mouse, which has recently entered the public domain. The film will depict a nightmarish scenario where a boat ride in New York City turns into a survival horror experience. This announcement follows the release of a trailer for another horror film, Mickey's Mouse Trap, and a new indie horror video game, Infestation 88. While Steamboat Willie is now public domain, Disney has clarified that it will continue to protect its rights in the more modern versions of Mickey Mouse. The trend of reimagining classic characters in horror genres is growing, as seen with the recent release of Winnie the Pooh: Blood & Honey.

via Deadline|
##entertainment#horrorfilm
entertainment2 years ago

"Mickey Mouse Horror Renaissance: Public Domain Sparks Film and Game Adaptations"

Indie horror producers are planning to create a horror-comedy film featuring a sadistic version of the now public domain character, Steamboat Willie, originally known as Mickey Mouse. The film, directed by Steven LaMorte, will depict a twisted take on the character tormenting ferry passengers, with production starting in the spring. Disney's copyright for the original Mickey and Minnie Mouse has expired, but the company maintains rights to later versions and has vowed to protect its trademarks. The producers are cautious to avoid legal issues by not calling the character "Mickey Mouse" and ensuring there is no confusion with Disney's brand. This follows another public domain Mickey Mouse horror-comedy, "Mickey's Mouse Trap," directed by Jamie Bailey.

via Variety|
##copyrightend#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Mickey Mouse Terrorizes Screens in Public Domain-Inspired Slasher Film"

A new horror film titled "Mickey's Mouse Trap" and a horror game called "Infestation 88" have been unveiled, featuring early versions of Mickey Mouse, as Disney's copyright on the character from the 1928 "Steamboat Willie" expired on January 1, 2024. These early versions of Mickey and Minnie Mouse have entered the public domain in the US, allowing creatives to use them without permission or cost. The film and game join a trend of transforming childhood characters into horror icons, following the release of "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey." Disney maintains trademark rights on modern versions of Mickey as a brand identifier.

via BBC.com|
##copyrightend#disney