tldrdailynews.com logo
Tag

Horror Film

All articles tagged with #horror film

French Director Brings Brutality and Real Fire to Evil Dead Burn
film2 days ago

French Director Brings Brutality and Real Fire to Evil Dead Burn

In a Variety interview, director Sébastien Vaniček details his brutal, practical approach to Evil Dead Burn, using real fire and effects instead of CGI and crafting tense sequences from a lake-set opener to a car-headrest impalement and a disorienting bathtub shot. The film includes two post-credits scenes that could reshape the franchise, with a potential Bruce Campbell cameo teased, while Vaniček envisions a fresh, fearless direction for the Evil Dead universe.

via Variety|
#evil-dead-burn#film#horror-film
Digital Labyrinth: Gen Z and the Backrooms Phenomenon
culture1 month ago

Digital Labyrinth: Gen Z and the Backrooms Phenomenon

Backrooms, A24's feature-length adaptation of a viral meme directed by Kane Parsons, translates Gen Z's anxiety about life online into a mutating, algorithmic labyrinth where work and home blur into one endless space; drawing on gaming and internet culture (Portal 2, Minecraft) and surfacing concerns about AI and a tightening job market, the film became a Gen Z sensation, aided by a real 30,000-square-foot set and Parsons's rise from meme creator to Hollywood director.

via The New York Times|
#ai#backrooms#culture
Underdog Horror Obsession Defies Box-Office Odds With Holiday Surge
entertainment1 month ago

Underdog Horror Obsession Defies Box-Office Odds With Holiday Surge

The low-budget horror film Obsession exploded in its second weekend with $28.2M (up 30% from its opening), bringing North American total to about $58.5M and worldwide to $74M on a budget under $1M. Driven by strong word-of-mouth, an A- CinemaScore and 94% Rotten Tomatoes, and a young 18–25 audience, Focus Features released it in 2,000 theaters without a platform rollout, signaling a profitable run and highlighting a new generation of horror hits that sustain theaters and help Blumhouse’s ongoing projects and Barker’s next film.

via Variety|
#blumhouse#box-office#entertainment
Markiplier’s Iron Lung Demonstrates YouTube Fame Can Move Theaters
entertainment5 months ago

Markiplier’s Iron Lung Demonstrates YouTube Fame Can Move Theaters

A low-budget, Markiplier-led adaptation of the indie game Iron Lung defied expectations by earning over $20 million worldwide after landing a wide theatrical release on more than 3,000 screens without a distributor. The film leverages Markiplier’s massive YouTube following to drive audience demand, turning online clout into a real box-office showing, even as the live-action, single-character format and game-like storytelling feel uneven compared with its interactive source. The success suggests online audiences can disrupt traditional releases, though the approach isn’t easily replicable for most creators or studios.

via theverge.com|
#box-office#entertainment#horror-film
entertainment7 months ago

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ Aims for $70M Global Opening and Box Office Success

‘Five Nights At Freddy’s 2’ is expected to have a strong $70 million global opening, with domestic earnings around $35-40 million, despite being released during a traditionally slow weekend. The film is likely to outperform last year's December openings and is critic-proof, appealing strongly to its core fan base. It is set to be a lucrative weekend at the box office, with additional releases and a busy post-Thanksgiving period expected to boost overall revenue.

via Deadline|
#box-office#entertainment#film-industry
entertainment10 months ago

David F. Sandberg to Direct Reimagined 'Amityville Horror' for Amazon MGM

David F. Sandberg is set to direct a new reimagining of The Amityville Horror for Amazon MGM Studios, with a screenplay by Ian Goldberg and Richard Naing. The film is part of the long-running franchise and will be produced by The Safran Company, continuing the legacy of the original 1979 classic and its previous remakes.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#amazon-mgm-studios#amityville-horror#david-f-sandberg
entertainment10 months ago

‘Conjuring: Last Rites’ Breaks Box Office Records with $83 Million Debut

'The Conjuring: Last Rites' debuted to a record-breaking $83 million in the US, becoming the highest opening for the franchise and the best start this year for a horror movie, with a global total of $187 million. The film's success, driven by strong word-of-mouth and pent-up demand, marks a significant rebound for Warner Bros. and the horror genre.

via Variety|
#box-office-record#conjuring-last-rites#entertainment
28 Years Later: A Bold, Unconventional Take on Pandemic and Horror
entertainment1 year ago

28 Years Later: A Bold, Unconventional Take on Pandemic and Horror

Danny Boyle and Jodie Comer discuss the return to the world of 28 Years Later, highlighting parallels between the film's post-apocalyptic scenario and the Covid pandemic, exploring themes of survival, societal stagnation, and the emotional truths behind protecting loved ones, while also reflecting on the genre's relevance to real-world fears and political commentary.

via BBC|
#28-years-later#covid-pandemic#danny-boyle
Cillian Murphy and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Star in '28 Years Later' Zombie Sequel
entertainment1 year ago

Cillian Murphy and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Star in '28 Years Later' Zombie Sequel

The first trailer for the horror film '28 Years Later' has been released, sparking speculation about Cillian Murphy's involvement. Although Murphy, who starred in the original '28 Days Later,' is not listed as a cast member, he is an executive producer. Fans believe they spotted him in a scene as a zombie, leading to mixed reactions. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, the film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes, and is set to release on June 20, 2025.

via The Independent|
#28-years-later#cillian-murphy#danny-boyle