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M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Trap’ Has Come Home

M. Night Shyamalan‘s latest movie, Trap, recently opened in theaters. You might assume you would have to wait a while to watch it at home, but you’d be wrong. It’s available now on digital after bringing in $71.8 million at the box office. Trap follows Cooper (Josh Hartnett). He is a seemingly devoted father who harbors a dark secret. Cooper is a notorious serial killer known as “The Butcher.” In a shocking twist, what’s supposed to be a father-daughter bonding experience at a pop concert turns into a deadly trap. While the story sounds like pure cinematic fantasy, Trap draws inspiration from a real-life sting operation—” Operation Flagship,” one of the most successful maneuvers in history by the U.S. Marshals Service. Josh Hartnett stars alongside Ariel Donoghue, who plays the role of his daughter in the movie. The cast also includes Ishana Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, and Allison Pill. Trap promises to be a thrilling exploration of deception and suspense. Shyamalan’s

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 31, 2024

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Five Must-See Horror Classics to Watch This Weekend on Paramount+

Like many horror fans, you will be looking for something good to watch this weekend. We’ve got some great news. Paramount+ has got you covered. Along with their killer library of genre films that will leave you with chills, they’ve just added five titles to their library, and each is a must-see classic! Cujo Based on Stephen King‘s 1981 classic of the same name, Cujo follows a mother and son who are trapped inside a car as they try to survive a rabid, bloodthirsty dog. Directed by Lewis Teague, the film stars Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh-Kelly, Danny Pintauro, Ed Lauter, and Christopher Stone. Invasion of the Body Snatchers Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a horror classic based on Jack Finney’s 1954 science-fiction novel The Body Snatchers. It follows a local doctor who works to end an extraterrestrial invasion that’s taken over his small town. The cast includes Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter, Larry Gates, King Donovan, Carolyn Jones, Jean Willes,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 10, 2024

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M. Night Shyamalan Reveals True Crime That Inspired ‘Trap’

M. Night Shyamalan‘s latest movie, Trap, is now playing in theaters. But there’s something interesting you should know about it. The movie was partially based on an incredible true story. The film follows Cooper (Josh Hartnett), a seemingly devoted father who harbors a dark secret. Cooper is a notorious serial killer known as “The Butcher.” In a shocking twist, what’s supposed to be a father-daughter bonding experience at a pop concert turns into a deadly trap. In an interview with Empire Magazine, Shyamalan described the film as “Silence of the Lambs meets a Taylor Swift concert.” While the set-up sounds like pure cinematic fantasy, Trap draws inspiration from a real-life sting operation—”Operation Flagship,” one of the most successful maneuvers in history by the U.S. Marshals Service. In December 1985, the U.S. Marshals Service devised a cunning plan to apprehend a large number of fugitives. The Marshals sent out over 3,000 invitations, disguised as being from a sports channel called Flagship

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 5, 2024

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Fandango Shares New ‘Trap’ Featurette – Get Tickets Now

The wait is over! Tickets are finally on sale for Trap, one of the most anticipated horror films of the summer, according to Fandango’s 2024 Summer Movies Survey. Trap follows a seemingly ordinary night out for a father (Josh Hartnett) and his daughter (Ariel Donoghue) attending a concert by pop star Lady Raven (Ishana Shyamalan). However, the trailer hints at a hidden darkness lurking beneath the surface, leaving audiences to question the father’s true motives. Written and directed by the legendary M. Night Shyamalan, Trap promises a thrilling experience filled with his signature suspense. The film boasts a talented cast, including Hartnett (30 Days of Night), Donoghue, Hayley Mills, and Allison Pill. Ishana Shyamalan takes on the role of Lady Raven, marking her second feature film appearance. Following her directorial debut with the horror film The Watchers earlier this month, she’s an exciting new voice to watch. Trap hits theaters on August 2nd, facing competition from films like Cuckoo, The

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 17, 2024

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M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Trap’ Heading to Theaters Early

Good news for fans of M. Night Shyamalan! His latest thriller, Trap, is hitting theaters a week earlier than expected. Initially slated for August 9th, the film starring Josh Hartnett will now premiere on August 2nd nationwide. Trap follows a father and daughter attending a pop concert headlined by Lady Raven (Ishana Shyamalan). What starts as a seemingly ordinary night out quickly spirals into a nightmare. Hints from the trailer suggest a hidden darkness surrounding Hartnett’s character, keeping audiences guessing his true motives. Written and directed by Shyamalan, Trap boasts a cast that includes Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, and familiar faces like Hayley Mills and Allison Pill. Josh Hartnett made a name for himself in the horror genre with his role in The Faculty in 1998. He was amazing in 30 Days of Night, but the “Penny Dreadful” series is unforgettable. His latest project was a role in the award-winning film Oppenheimer, released earlier this year to critical acclaim. Ishana

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 15, 2024

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New Trailer for M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Trap’ Teases A Huge Twist

Prepare for another mind-bending experience from M. Night Shyamalan with is latest film, Trap. The trailer has been unveiled, promising a thrilling and dark story with a huge twist. A Night Out Takes a Sinister Turn The film stars Josh Hartnett (“Pennydreadful”) as a father who takes his teenage daughter, Jody (Saleka Shyamalan), to a concert headlined by Lady Raven ( Ishana Shyamalan). What starts as a seemingly ordinary night out quickly spirals into a nightmare. A Killer in the Midst The trailer reveals a heart-pounding sequence as Hartnett’s character realizes they’re unwittingly attending a concert targeted by a serial killer. A shocking twist reveals that identity of the killer, with a glimpse of a captive on his phone hinting at a sinister plan unfolding. Shyamalan’s Signature Style The trailer offers a glimpse into Shyamalan’s signature style – a blend of suspense, sharp twists, and dark humor. Shyamalan describes it as a story “from the vantage point of an unexpected

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 19, 2024

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Here’s Everything Coming to Peacock in February 2024

Get ready for a month packed with chills, romance, laughs, and suspense with Peacock‘s February lineup! From iconic favorites to brand-new originals and more, there’s something for every viewer. One movie you don’t want to miss this month is Oppenheimer, arriving on Feb. 16. It is a true story that thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world to save it. The star-studded thriller features an all-star, award-winning cast that includes Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Oscar® winner Matt Damon, Robert Downey, Jr, Academy Award® nominee Florence Pugh, Benny Safdie, Michael Angarano, and Josh Hartnett. Oppenheimer also stars Oscar® winner Rami Malek and reunites Nolan with eight-time Oscar® nominated actor, writer, and filmmaker Kenneth Branagh. Here’s everything heading your way this month: Feb. 1 8 Mile, 2002 A Christmas Tree Grows in Colorado, 2020 A Nashville Legacy, 2023 Age of Adaline, 2015* All My Life, 2020* Along Came Polly, 2004 Amor Impossible, Season

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 2, 2024

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Chillers, Thrillers, and Killers Await During Popcorn Frights Wicked Weekend

Florida’s Popcorn Frights Film Festival has announced the lineup for this year’s Wicked Weekend program, and fear-fare enthusiasts of all stripes won’t want to miss it! Following is the official press announcement. Batten down the hatches and gather your courage as Popcorn Frights has announced its annual Wicked Weekend program celebrating all the eerie, weird, wild, and strange things that go bump in the night! The event, running October 4-8 at the historic Gateway Theater, will feature eight film premieres and special presentations highlighted by new nightmares from Mike Flanagan, Scott Derrickson, and Joe Lynch, as well as many other surprises. Wicked Weekend is headlined by a special presentation of the first two episodes of Netflix’s THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER, genre maestro Mike Flanagan’s hotly anticipated new horror series based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe starring Mark Hamill, Carla Gugino, Kate Siegel, and Henry Thomas, as well as Paramount+’s terrifying prequel PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES, based

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Joseph Perry

Sep 6, 2023

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‘Oppenheimer’ Maybe The Most Unnerving Film Of The Year (Trailer)

Director Christopher Nolan‘s new film Oppenheimer may be the year’s most unnerving film. The film industry is a buzz about the film ahead of its July premiere. Everyone is talking about how the film leaves critics noticeably shaken and devastated. It doesn’t hurt that the movie is inspired by a true story, which always makes it more intense. “Some people leave the movie absolutely devastated,” Nolan said to Variety. “They can’t speak. I mean, there’s an element of fear that’s there in the history and there in the underpinnings. But the love of the characters, the love of the relationships, is as strong as I’ve ever done.” Nolan also added, “It is an intense experience, because it’s an intense story. I showed it to a filmmaker recently who said it’s kind of a horror movie. I don’t disagree.” The film thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world in order to save

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 25, 2023

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New Featurette Takes You Behind The Scenes Of True Story Inspired Thriller ‘Oppenheimer’

Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer, an IMAX®-shot epic thriller, thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world in order to save it. To celebrate its upcoming release, we have a new featurette that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at filming for IMAX. The star-studded thriller features an all-star, award-winning cast that includes Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Oscar® winner Matt Damon, Robert Downey, Jr, Academy Award® nominee Florence Pugh, Benny Safdie, Michael Angarano, and Josh Hartnett. Oppenheimer also stars Oscar® winner Rami Malek and reunites Nolan with eight-time Oscar® nominated actor, writer, and filmmaker Kenneth Branagh. The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer by Kai Bird and the late Martin J. Sherwin. The film is produced by Emma Thomas, Atlas Entertainment’s Charles Roven, and Christopher Nolan. In real life, J. Robert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist who served

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 1, 2023