All articles tagged with #zach cregger
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Deadline
The Producers Guild of America announced its 2026 film and TV nominations, featuring heavy contenders like 'Bugonia,' 'F1,' and 'Frankenstein,' with a notable surprise inclusion of Zach Cregger's horror film 'Weapons,' highlighting key players and potential Oscar predictors. Winners will be announced on February 28 in Los Angeles.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Zach Cregger discusses the script-to-screen changes for the film 'Weapons', highlighting Bill Hader's suggestion to involve the character Alex more actively in the plot, and shares insights into the film's themes, production challenges, and potential prequel about Aunt Gladys.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Mashable
Stephen King praised the horror film 'Weapons' by Zach Cregger, calling it confidently told and very scary, while reviews highlight its surprising and intense nature that keeps audiences on edge.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Deadline
New Line is in early discussions to develop a prequel to the successful horror film 'Weapons' directed by Zach Cregger, with plot details and Cregger's involvement still uncertain, as he is currently focused on other projects including a Resident Evil film and an original called Flood.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Zach Cregger's successful horror film 'Weapons' is inspiring discussions of a prequel focusing on Aunt Gladys, with Warner Bros. already in talks, while Cregger is also preparing for his next projects including a 'Resident Evil' reboot and other original scripts. The film's success has solidified Cregger's rising status in Hollywood, with potential future collaborations at Warner Bros.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
The article discusses the film 'Weapons' by Zach Cregger, emphasizing that it is a deeply personal and multi-layered horror film about loss, childhood fears, and societal issues, and argues against the notion that it lacks a deeper meaning, highlighting the importance of individual interpretation in art.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by JoBlo
Zach Cregger's horror film 'Weapons' serves as a tribute to his late friend Trevor Moore, reflecting themes of grief and loss, and has become a summer box office success.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Austin Abrams discusses his role in the horror film 'Weapons,' his upcoming projects including 'Resident Evil' and 'Whalefall,' his experiences working with Josh Brolin, and his thoughts on the film's themes and his character's empathy. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories and his admiration for Zach Cregger's writing.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Fangoria
Zach Cregger's horror film Weapons debuted at the top of the box office with $42.5 million domestically and $70 million globally, surpassing expectations and marking a significant success for an original film in the genre. The film's strong performance highlights the staying power of horror and Cregger's rising prominence in Hollywood, with future projects like a Resident Evil reboot already in the pipeline.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Gizmodo
Zach Cregger plans to create a 'love letter' to the Resident Evil games with his upcoming movie, focusing on obeying the game's lore while telling a new story with entirely new characters, distancing from the film adaptations' characters like Leon S. Kennedy.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Variety
Zach Cregger is directing a new 'Resident Evil' movie that will tell an original story outside of the game's main characters, while still respecting the game's lore, aiming to create a cinematic experience that honors the franchise's roots.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Variety
Zach Cregger, director of 'Weapons,' discusses his film's unconventional structure, influences like 'Magnolia,' his collaboration with David Fincher, and plans for a potential sequel, while reflecting on personal grief and the film's surreal elements.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Zach Cregger, director of 'Weapons', discusses his personal connection to the film inspired by his late friend's death, the film's development process including a bidding war, casting challenges, and his views on the current state of horror and original filmmaking. He emphasizes the cathartic nature of his writing and his desire for more diverse genres in theaters.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Verge
Zach Cregger's film Weapons is a tense and disturbing horror thriller that explores themes of mob mentality, community blame, and societal fears through a suspenseful narrative about a teacher whose students mysteriously disappear, using unsettling visuals and a Rashomon-inspired structure to provoke critical thinking and deliver intense horror moments.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Deadline
'Weapons' is performing strongly at the box office, becoming the second-best horror ticket pre-seller of 2025 behind 'Sinners,' and maintaining a 100% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, directed by Zach Cregger, is expected to open between $30M and $40M, with high anticipation from fans and critics alike.