Grabbing Beginning for Longlegs
Guess who’s back creating a buzz in the world of movies? It’s Osgood Perkins! Already known for hits such as The Blackcoat’s Daughter and Gretel & Hansel, he’s now caught everyone’s eye with his latest horror treat, Longlegs. The way this film has been promoted has truly been exciting and it’s no surprise people are flocking to its Thursday night shows in droves.
Our own film critic, Chris Bumbray believes Longlegs has the potential to become a new staple in the genre of horror. He shared that after watching the movie, he was left shaken and needs some time to fully understand the impact it had on him.
Box Office Success Story
Now, let’s talk numbers. Longlegs is making big bucks at the box office for the studio NEON. The top performers of the movie are Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage, who play serial killers. The film’s early Thursday previews alone have made an impressive $3 million. This is a stark contrast when compared with NEON’s previous hit, Immaculate, which made only $1 million from Thursday previews, but grossed a weekend total of $5.3 million.
As far as competition is concerned, Longlegs is up against lighter movies, such as Inside Out 2 and the newly released comedy, Fly Me to the Moon. It’s evident though, that the hype surrounding Longlegs is keeping it in the game. Despite its R-rating, this horror flick is showing no signs of slowing down.
Streaming Services vs Movie Theater Experience
Fly Me to the Moon which is released by Apple Studio is likely to hit streaming service AppleTV+ in a few weeks. Consumers are becoming savvy to this tactic and this could affect traditional box office revenues. Apple Studio’s previous release Argylle wasn’t a big hit at the box office.
Teen-Only Screening in New York
There’s more thrilling news for Longlegs fans! NEON has collaborated with Alamo Drafthouse for a unique Friday night premiere event in New York. Parents won’t be allowed in this exclusive screening for teens. There’s going to be an added element of thrill as the chaperones will be sporting bloody nun outfits throughout the event.
High Praises from Critics
Longlegs is not just a box office hit. It’s also got rave reviews from critics. With a stellar score of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clearly a well-made film showcasing Perkins’s excellent directorial vision.
In conclusion, it seems like the excitement around Longlegs isn’t dying down anytime soon. Horror fans are talking about it non-stop and it’s breaking records at the box office. Without a doubt, this horror film has started off wonderfully. Everybody is keen to see what other spicy surprises Longlegs has in store for us. It’s definitely a movie worth catching on the big screen, especially if you love a good scare. So go get your popcorn ready!
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