As a seasoned gamer and movie enthusiast with a soft spot for horror genres, I can confidently say that the upcoming film “The Monkey” is shaping up to be a thrilling addition to my watchlist. Having grown up on Stephen King’s chilling tales and having been captivated by Osgood Perkins’ previous works, this collaboration promises an exhilarating blend of fear and fascination.
Following a wave of praise for his chilling horror movie titled Longlegs, filmmaker Osgood Perkins returns with The Monkey, an adaption from the popular short story penned by renowned author Stephen King. Excitement among fans of the horror genre and King’s vast literary collection is growing now that an initial trailer for the project has been released.
Under the guidance of producer James Wan and director Osgood Perkins, the cast includes Theo James, Elijah Wood, Tatiana Maslany, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Rohan Campbell, and Sarah Levy for the film titled “The Monkey”.
Title character, “The Monkey,” is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of “Longlegs.” The trailer hints that this is “a creature not of our world.” A dialogue snippet reveals the ominous power it holds: “Whoever wields it, controls life and death, and those deaths are particularly gruesome.” The narrative bears resemblance to Stephen King’s works, featuring a young protagonist grappling with good versus evil, as well as a terrifying entity. It seems to strike the ideal balance between chilling moments and compelling characters.
Many terrifying horror movies have been successfully adapted from short stories, and fans of Stephen King are always eagerly awaiting more of his chilling tales to be turned into films. It’s thrilling that “The Monkey” is finally making its way to the big screen, as the original short story was published several decades ago. After its initial publication in the “Galley” magazine in 1980, it was later included in King’s 1985 short story collection titled “Skeleton Key.
As the logline for The Monkey reads, this is a horrifying and intriguing tale:
When Bill and Hal, identical twins, stumble upon their dad’s antique monkey figurine hidden in the loft, a chain of grisly fatalities ensues. Realizing the ominous nature of this artifact, they choose to discard it and concentrate on their lives, gradually drifting apart over time.
In June 2024, Perkins conversed with Entertainment Weekly regarding the upcoming project “Longlegs,” shedding light on the unique ambiance and style of “The Monkey.” He described it as if director Robert Zemeckis was under the influence of ecstasy or similar. It’s a humorous, yet gruesome film filled with explicit language and violence. Despite its title suggesting a real monkey, the fact that it revolves around a toy adds an extra layer of terror and intrigue.
Known for crafting chilling films like “The Blackcoat’s Daughter” starring Emma Roberts and “I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House,” as well as directing the recent 2020 release “Gretel & Hansel,” Perkins is now branching out in horror with a new tale. Titled “The Monkey,” this movie revolves around a terrifying toy monkey that leaves the main characters with an unforgettable scare.
On February 21st, 2025, audiences can expect to witness the thrilling release of “The Monkey” in cinemas, with horror enthusiasts looking forward to marveling at more exceptional craftsmanship by director Perkins.
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2024-10-15 21:43