Nicolas Cage‘s upcoming horror film, Longlegs, has been receiving a lot of attention following a surprise screening that left audiences both thrilled and terrified. Neon has released a spine-chilling teaser ahead of the film’s July 12 release, featuring Cage in an uncharacteristically dark role. But it’s not just the trailer that’s drumming up excitement—it has critics and fans alike raving.
A Peek into the Film
Directed by Osgood Perkins, Longlegs stars Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Alicia Witt, and Blair Underwood. The film follows FBI agent Lee Harker, played by Monroe, who is assigned to solve an unsolved serial killer case with occult connections. Fans got their first look at this chilling narrative in the 1.5-minute teaser released recently.
In his own words, Cage described his unique character: I play, I almost call him like a possessed Geppetto… he makes these dolls, and the dolls infiltrate families and get the families to do terrible things. It’s a horror film.
Reactions from the Audience
The early screenings have elicited strong reactions from viewers. One enthusiast shared on social media, No lie. Longlegs was so insane that a woman behind us started crying halfway through lmao 10/10 movie.
Critics too have been impressed, with one stating, If you were wondering: Yes, I didn’t sleep well last night after seeing Longlegs and, yes, I had bad dreams.
Nicolas Cage’s Transformation
Cage’s portrayal of the titular serial killer has garnered particular praise. Reviewers have noted his performance as both mesmerising and deeply unsettling. A comment on the recently dropped trailer captured this sentiment perfectly: The decision to never actually show Nicolas Cage in the trailer but only using his bone-chilling voice is absolutely intriguing… The most mesmerizing horror trailer I’ve seen since Hereditary.
A Word from Director Osgood Perkins
Perkins was keen on highlighting how personal elements influenced his direction and storytelling. He shared, [Perkins] was, I think telling a story, in some ways, about his mother
. This deeply personal touch is expected to resonate through the entire horror narrative.
Critical Acclaim
Critic Courtney Howard praised the film’s ingenious tension build-up and atmosphere. Another reviewer went even further by describing it as potentially the best horror movie of the decade with insights such as: Nic Cage is truly terrifying. The horror movie of the year and quite possibly the decade so far.
Your Next Must-Watch Horror Film?
If there’s one thing clear from early reviews and viewer feedback, it’s that Longlegs is poised to make a significant impact on the horror genre this year. Gear up for its release on July 12, 2024—this is one film experience you won’t want to miss.
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