If there is something you are an expert in A24beyond promoting the talent of emerging filmmakers, is that of reorienting film careers. Something that the independent studio has already achieved recently with Nicolas Cage and Dream scenariowith Zac Efron in The Iron Clan and that he will most likely achieve this through Dwayne Johnson, when he comes out The smashing machine under Ben Safdie in 2025. But long before The Rock’s change, cinemas will bring us the complete transformation of the horror field of Hugh Grant. And the British can’t give off any more “bad vibes” the first trailer of Heretic.
What is normal is that Grant’s new record catches up by surprise to more than one. Although the truth is that this Golden Globe winner was absent her most innocent and romantic sidechaining several multifaceted roles and above all, far from the naive side with which the public has linked him for decades. Even if he will momentarily return to his previous stage next year with the premiere of Bridget Jones: Mad About Him. Of course, for now, we still can’t shake his image as a diabolical villain in this film that seems to ooze and transform the slogan of don’t let them into your house not a stranger. Because after seeing Hereticyou will surely think twice before entering the seemingly warm home of someone you don’t know. But what is this strange story of survival signed by the label that already brought us masterpieces of the genre like The Witch either Hereditary?
Trailer for “Heretic”
A24’s latest horror extravaganza has already been the subject of very favorable opinions before its official premiere, promoting the advancement of said criticisms. Heretic It keeps the secret of its mysterious plot and at the same time makes us understand that it should be an experience to be lived on the big screen. However, the promotional material shows us at Mr. Reed (Grant), preparing for something really nasty. Well, the apparent great host has turned his house into a house of horrors full of corners and traps that two missionaries must overcome to escape, said logistical puzzle.
As its own title suggests, religion and faith are two of the central themes of the plot, putting the convictions of these sisters to the test when they discover what kind of games the terrifying antagonist has prepared for them. The official synopsis The A24 project reads: “Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by the evil Mr. Reed, finding themselves trapped in his deadly game of cat and mouse.
Sophie Thatcher (perspective) And Chloe East (The Fabelmans) bring the two protagonists to life, while Elle McKinnon, Carolyn Adair and River Codack round out a small cast for a film with a single set. Heretic could be the definitive leap for the consecration of filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woodswho has directed several films that have been huge failures with critics and audiences, such as The House of Terror either 65. On the other hand, we must recognize the merit of being theThe writers of the hit franchise A quiet place.
After premiering at the Toronto Film Festival to excellent reviews from the trade pressheretic will arrive in theaters on January 3, 2025.
2024: A fantastic year for horror
The warm welcome of Heretic follows the positive trail that the genre has been carrying for several years now. More specifically, this year, Hollywood has brought us projects as refreshing as Long legsthe remake does not speak to strangers or Alien: Romulus. And there are still some big surprises like the Nosferatu by Robert Eggers. The best of this typology, besides its varied creativity with which they have reconstructed everything from the psychological thriller to the slasheris that those who frequent the rooms seem to be responding wonderfully to these stories.
On the opposite side are the blockbusters actions like Furious either The specialistwhere the difficulty of large companies to make multi-million dollar budgets profitable becomes increasingly evident. A handicap that does not occur in the realm of horror. Long legs It cost $10 million and raised 104 million either Alien: Romuluswhich had a budget of 80 million and reached $331 million worldwide.
