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Overview

FBI Agent Lee Harker is a gifted new recruit assigned to the unsolved case of an elusive serial killer. As the case takes complex turns, unearthing evidence of the occult, Harker discovers a personal connection to the merciless killer and must race against time to stop him before he claims the lives of another innocent family.

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Maika Monroe
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Nicolas Cage
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Blair Underwood
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Alicia Witt
Director:
Osgood Perkins
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Osgood Perkins
Release Date:
2024-07-10
Run Time:
101m
Tagline:
Say your prayers.
Genres:
Crime Horror Mystery
Keywords:
1990s accomplice barn catholic children in danger clairvoyant code corpse creepy doll crime investigation crime spree death death in family dread fbi female investigator female protagonist flashback haunted doll haunting homicide homicide investigation killing spree manic murder occult oregon, usa psychological horror psychological terror religion religion and supernatural rookie sadistic psychopath satanic cult satanism satanist scary doll serial killer series of murders singing in a car supernatural horror unsettling violent death
Financials and Popularity

Budget: 10,000,000.00 $

Revenue: 127,961,936.00 $

Vote Average: 6.5/10

Vote Count: 2599 Votes

Movie Popularity: 9.1491

Spoken Languages: English

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    ⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10 THE SUMMARY Directed by Osgood Perkins, this is a dread-soaked occult thriller that feels like a modern successor to The Silence of the Lambs. Maika Monroe stars as Lee Harker, a socially awkward FBI agent with a touch of clairvoyance who is assigned to a baffling cold case. For decades, families have been murdering each other across the Pacific Northwest, seemingly triggered by a serial killer who never even enters their homes. As Harker digs deeper, she discovers a personal link to the elusive "Longlegs" (a completely unrecognizable Nicolas Cage), leading her into a nightmare of satanic dolls and repressed memories. THE PROS Maika Monroe is fantastic, giving a restrained, twitchy performance that perfectly captures the isolation of her character. Nicolas Cage is the real talking point here; he’s absolutely terrifying, using a high-pitched, warbling voice and heavy prosthetics to create a villain that feels genuinely unhinged. It’s an 8/10 because the atmosphere is oppressive—the film uses a square aspect ratio for flashbacks and wide, symmetrical shots in the present to make you feel like someone is always watching from the corner of the screen. The sound design is a winner, filled with low-frequency rumbles and whispers that keep you on edge even when nothing is happening. It’s a gripping watch because it doesn't rely on jump scares, instead building a sincere sense of evil that lingers long after the credits roll. THE CONS It earns an 8/10 because the middle part can feel a bit sluggish as the investigation hits a few dead ends, and the pacing slows down to a crawl. The plot leans heavily on supernatural elements in the final part, which might frustrate viewers who were hoping for a more grounded, procedural resolution. It misses a higher mark because some of the "clues" Harker solves feel a bit convenient, relying more on her "gut feeling" than actual detective work. While Cage is brilliant, his limited screen time might leave some wanting more of the titular character to justify the massive buildup. THE VERDICT An 8/10. A dark, stylish, and deeply unsettling horror that is a winner for anyone who likes their thrillers with a side of the supernatural. It’s a sincere effort to bring back the "prestige" serial killer movie, and for the most part, it succeeds. While it stops just short of "epic status" due to a slightly divisive ending, it’s a gripping experience that proves Osgood Perkins is a master of mood. One of the most uncomfortable and memorable films of 2024—just maybe don't watch it alone in a big house. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • Heart Rate: To keep the reaction honest, Maika Monroe wasn't allowed to see Nicolas Cage in full makeup until the cameras were rolling for their first scene together. Her heart rate reportedly jumped to 150 BPM the moment he stepped into the room. • Family Ties: The director, Osgood Perkins, is the son of horror royalty Anthony Perkins (Norman Bates from Psycho), which adds a layer of "genre DNA" to the film’s exploration of family trauma. • Hidden Details: The film’s marketing campaign was famously cryptic, using real-life phone numbers and coded messages in newspapers that fans had to decipher to reveal bits of the backstory before the film even hit cinemas. THE VIBE Like a cold basement with a flickering light. It smells of damp concrete, old birthday cake, and the metallic tang of a rusty farm tool.

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    ⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10

    THE SUMMARY
    Directed by Osgood Perkins, this is a dread-soaked occult thriller that feels like a modern successor to The Silence of the Lambs. Maika Monroe stars as Lee Harker, a socially awkward FBI agent with a touch of clairvoyance who is assigned to a baffling cold case. For decades, families have been murdering each other across the Pacific Northwest, seemingly triggered by a serial killer who never even enters their homes. As Harker digs deeper, she discovers a personal link to the elusive “Longlegs” (a completely unrecognizable Nicolas Cage), leading her into a nightmare of satanic dolls and repressed memories.

    THE PROS
    Maika Monroe is fantastic, giving a restrained, twitchy performance that perfectly captures the isolation of her character. Nicolas Cage is the real talking point here; he’s absolutely terrifying, using a high-pitched, warbling voice and heavy prosthetics to create a villain that feels genuinely unhinged. It’s an 8/10 because the atmosphere is oppressive—the film uses a square aspect ratio for flashbacks and wide, symmetrical shots in the present to make you feel like someone is always watching from the corner of the screen. The sound design is a winner, filled with low-frequency rumbles and whispers that keep you on edge even when nothing is happening. It’s a gripping watch because it doesn’t rely on jump scares, instead building a sincere sense of evil that lingers long after the credits roll.

    THE CONS
    It earns an 8/10 because the middle part can feel a bit sluggish as the investigation hits a few dead ends, and the pacing slows down to a crawl. The plot leans heavily on supernatural elements in the final part, which might frustrate viewers who were hoping for a more grounded, procedural resolution. It misses a higher mark because some of the “clues” Harker solves feel a bit convenient, relying more on her “gut feeling” than actual detective work. While Cage is brilliant, his limited screen time might leave some wanting more of the titular character to justify the massive buildup.

    THE VERDICT
    An 8/10. A dark, stylish, and deeply unsettling horror that is a winner for anyone who likes their thrillers with a side of the supernatural. It’s a sincere effort to bring back the “prestige” serial killer movie, and for the most part, it succeeds. While it stops just short of “epic status” due to a slightly divisive ending, it’s a gripping experience that proves Osgood Perkins is a master of mood. One of the most uncomfortable and memorable films of 2024—just maybe don’t watch it alone in a big house.

    INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
    • Heart Rate: To keep the reaction honest, Maika Monroe wasn’t allowed to see Nicolas Cage in full makeup until the cameras were rolling for their first scene together. Her heart rate reportedly jumped to 150 BPM the moment he stepped into the room.

    • Family Ties: The director, Osgood Perkins, is the son of horror royalty Anthony Perkins (Norman Bates from Psycho), which adds a layer of “genre DNA” to the film’s exploration of family trauma.

    • Hidden Details: The film’s marketing campaign was famously cryptic, using real-life phone numbers and coded messages in newspapers that fans had to decipher to reveal bits of the backstory before the film even hit cinemas.

    THE VIBE
    Like a cold basement with a flickering light. It smells of damp concrete, old birthday cake, and the metallic tang of a rusty farm tool.

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