‘Abigail,’ ‘Late Night With the Devil,’ and the 10 Best Horror Movies of 2024 … So Far

Anticipation

The anticipation for upcoming horror films is palpable, with Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey expressing excitement for a diverse array of releases. They highlight films like "Long Legs," a Nick Cage serial killer movie, and "Cuckoo," directed by the creator of "Luz," both of which have generated buzz with their intriguing trailers 1. Chris is particularly eager about "Maxine," which blends LA noir with horror elements, and "Romulus," a potentially terrifying entry in the Alien franchise by Fede Alvarez 2.

Just rip some dude's throats out. Please. Just let that alien with its bleeding claws rip throats.

--- Sean Fennessey

These films promise to deliver unique thrills and are highly anticipated by horror enthusiasts.

   

Trailers & Twists

Trailers and unexpected plot twists play a crucial role in shaping audience expectations for horror films. Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan discuss the marketing of a vampire movie that cleverly reveals its twist in the trailer, sparking curiosity and debate about the effectiveness of such strategies 3. They reminisce about the days when films like "Blair Witch" could surprise audiences without revealing their genre beforehand, a tactic they wish could be revived 3.

If I was sitting in a movie theater and I didn't know that this movie was a vampire movie, and 50 minutes in, this twelve year old girl bared her fangs and started biting people, I would have been like, we are so fucking back.

--- Sean Fennessey

The conversation underscores the delicate balance between intriguing audiences and maintaining the element of surprise.