July 15th 2024.
Get Ready for Some Chills!
The highly anticipated horror film, Longlegs, starring Nicolas Cage as the titular serial killer is finally here. And let me tell you, the eerie marketing campaign had us all on the edge of our seats with its cryptic codes and drip-feeding trailers. The movie was released in UK cinemas on July 12 and has already been giving audiences nightmares.
In the movie, Cage takes on the chilling role of a serial killer, known as Longlegs, who is being pursued by FBI agent Lee Harker. As the bodies pile up, Harker discovers a personal link to the killer and must act quickly to end his terrifying killing spree. With occult evidence and a complicated investigation, the tension and terror in this film are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Cage is no stranger to unhinged roles, and his performance in Longlegs is no exception. In fact, it even terrified his co-stars! But he's not the only actor to make a lasting impact on cinema with a deranged performance that haunts us in our nightmares. Let's take a look at a few other actors who have left us terrified on the big screen.
Isabelle Adjani gives a masterclass in horror acting in the disturbing hit Possession. Released in 1981, this film quickly gained notoriety for horrifying viewers to the point of extreme reactions. And it's Adjani's wild, animalistic performance as Anna, alongside Sam Neill as Mark, that cements the film's ghastly status. The infamous subway scene alone is enough to give you goosebumps.
Bette Davis and Joan Crawford's bitter feud added an extra layer of sinister to their performances in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? Davis' portrayal of Baby Jane, an aging star who becomes abusive towards her paraplegic sister Blanche, is truly chilling. This film is often credited with creating the "psycho biddy" subgenre of film, and Davis' performance is a crucial element to its cult status.
Jack Nicholson's iconic portrayal of Jack Torrance in The Shining is one of the most parodied and quotable performances of all time. But outside of the memes, his descent into madness and the danger he poses to his family is truly spine-chilling. From the very first scene, Nicholson brings a simmering resentment that keeps you on edge, waiting for the explosion that is sure to come.
In another Stephen King adaptation, Misery, Kathy Bates delivers a haunting performance as the terrifying Annie Wilkes. Bates' portrayal of the maniacal fan won her an Oscar for best actress, making her the first and currently only actor to win the esteemed accolade for a Stephen King adaptation. Her transformation from a sweet book fan to a true monster is masterfully done and will leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches this film.
So, if you're in the mood for some spine-tingling, hair-raising horror, check out these films and prepare to be terrified by the unforgettable performances of these talented actors. Just be warned, you may have trouble sleeping afterwards.
Are you ready for some spine-chilling thrills? Well, Nicolas Cage is about to give you nightmares in his latest role as the titular serial killer in Longlegs, a highly anticipated horror film. The marketing campaign for this movie has been incredibly eerie, with cryptic codes and trailers revealing just enough to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. And finally, on July 12th, it was released in UK cinemas, much to the delight (or terror) of cinema fans.
In this terrifying flick, Cage takes on the role of a serial killer known as Longlegs, who is being pursued by FBI agent Lee Harker. Harker discovers that the killer leaves letters signed with his nickname at the crime scenes, adding an extra layer of terror to the investigation. As the plot thickens and occult evidence is uncovered, Harker realizes that he has a personal connection to the killer and must act quickly to stop his gruesome killing spree.
Cage is no stranger to playing unhinged characters, and his performance in Longlegs is no exception. It even terrified his co-stars on set! But he's not the only actor to leave a lasting impact on our nightmares with a deranged silver screen performance. Let's take a look at a few others who have left us trembling in fear.
Isabelle Adjani gives a masterclass in horror acting in the disturbing hit Possession. Released in 1981 and directed by Andrzej Żuławski, this movie quickly gained notoriety for its extreme and unsettling content. Adjani stars as Anna, alongside Sam Neill as Mark, in a story about the unravelling of a relationship after Anna unexpectedly leaves Mark. One particular scene in a subway has become infamous for causing audience members to run out of the cinema or break down in tears. And it's Adjani's wild, animalistic performance that cements the film's status as a horror classic.
Bette Davis and Joan Crawford's bitter feud adds an extra layer of terror to their performances in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? Davis plays the titular character, an ageing star who is bitter and resentful of her sister's success in Hollywood. Crawford, on the other hand, plays Blanche, Jane's paraplegic sister. The tension between these two legendary actresses is palpable on screen, making their characters' twisted relationship all the more sinister. Davis' performance as Baby Jane is often cited as one of the best villainous roles in cinema and is crucial to the film's cult status.
Jack Nicholson's portrayal of Jack Torrance in The Shining is not only one of the most parodied and quotable performances of all time but also one of the most chilling. Based on Stephen King's novel, the movie follows Jack and his family as they move into an isolated hotel, and Jack's descent into madness. From the very beginning, Nicholson brings a simmering resentment that turns Jack into a ticking time bomb, ready to explode at any moment. And when he does, it's pure horror gold.
In another Stephen King adaptation, Kathy Bates delivers a haunting performance as Annie Wilkes in Misery. After a car crash, novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by his "biggest fan," Annie, who takes him to her remote cabin to recover. However, it soon becomes clear that Annie's intentions are not as innocent as they seem. Bates' portrayal of the maniacal fan is so convincing that she won an Oscar for her performance, making her the first and only actor to win the esteemed accolade for a Stephen King adaptation. And let's just say, anyone who has seen Misery will never be able to forget that infamous hobbling scene.
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