Final yr’s horror films have been a tasty, scrumptious, attractive banquet. Arising with my favourite horror films of the yr was extra sophisticated than it was in previous years, primarily as a result of there was a lot nice stuff launched. Oddity scared me, and The Substance is rightfully making its manner via the awards circuit as we converse. It was a banner yr for the style, showcasing how a lot life stays in one of the basic storytelling genres. Now Hulu has scooped up one of many buzziest titles.
Nevertheless, one of many yr’s most hotly-anticipated releases made my checklist within the months since there’s been a fast (and considerably incredulous) reevaluation. The movie was terrifying and expertly crafted, although most of the people and a few critical critics have decreased it to a mattress of scorching malarkey. I disagree, although, after the premiere final summer season, the movie is lastly accessible to stream, so whether or not it’s your first or fourth time, you possibly can see whether or not it’s overrated or a brand new basic. I’m speaking, after all, about Oz Perkins’ Longlegs, which is now streaming on Hulu.
Per Hulu: In pursuit of a serial killer, an FBI agent uncovers a sequence of occult clues that she should resolve to finish his terrifying killing spree.
I like Longlegs, and I’ve no disgrace about it. I echo the emotions of our good, five-star overview. Final summer season, we wrote, “Right here, Perkins creates a movie akin to a contemporary Silence Of The Lambs, that isn’t afraid to dip into the supernatural. That includes gorgeous and haunting performances from Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Alicia Witt, and Blair Underwood, Longlegs horrifically embodies the concept of gazing right into a deep darkish abyss, filled with nothing however despair.” I liked it a lot that I even despatched a number of mates—none of whom are horror followers—to take a look at the movie and report again with their ideas.
The film scared them, too. I can’t account for why the movie appears to have fallen out of favor so shortly, although it’s unsurprising, particularly with critically acclaimed horror films. That’s all the time going to occur. When everybody calls one thing the scariest film ever made (and in Longlegs’ case, I believe a lot of these critics have been proper), many individuals are certain to be disillusioned. Maybe the streaming launch will inject new life into its devilishly scary veins. Try some selection social media reactions beneath:
My favourite film of 2024 is now on HULU #Longlegs #hulu pic.twitter.com/1zwZOcJ0ME
— SlowpokeFelitos (@SlowpokeFelitos) February 19, 2025
who was going to inform me that longlegs was on hulu….. time to go watch it for the 4th time
— Warlock Pilled (@Lesbians4Zemo) February 19, 2025
Yeah in case you have Hulu and like twisted, moody shit
and Nicolas Cage do not fuck round, watch Longlegs.
It ain’t bulletproof however certain it received underneath muh skins.Silence of the Lambs meets Angel Coronary heart.
Completed Joe Pickett S2, and began S2 Rogue Heroes
right here…— Steve Bennett (@zenbator) February 18, 2025
I’ve been selling LONGLEGS tirelessly since I noticed it final fall.
I do know The Substance kinda pushed it to the again seat so far as awards go, nevertheless it’s nonetheless a smash.
Everybody wants to look at LONGLEGS it’s on Hulu now!
— Rucifer (@rudaputhegod) February 18, 2025
I have been watching Longlegs a minimum of twice every week because it received on Hulu. @BeyondFest pic.twitter.com/qcQ8lhkMVM
— Lorcifer B. Doom (@LoricideDoom) February 17, 2025
These are my individuals. However I wish to hear what you assume. Any plans to rewatch Longlegs on Hulu? Is it a brand new trendy masterpiece or overrated schlock. Hold forth on Twitter @Chadiscollins.
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