In “The Monkey,” based on a Stephen King short story, director Osgood Perkins blends horror and absurdist comedy as a cursed toy monkey brings terror and unresolved trauma to twin brothers Hal and Bill. The monkey’s supernatural presence symbolizes fear, guilt, and the inevitability of death, forcing the brothers to confront their past and the generational cycle of trauma passed down from their father. Through a mix of suspense, humor, and emotional depth, the film explores themes of grief, legacy, and the unsettling unknown, creating a unique and haunting cinematic experience.
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Olly Alexander lands West End role after leaving record deal
Singer and actor Olly Alexander has said he has "come into a different space in my life" as he announced a new West End stage role after recently parting ways with his record label. The star will appear in the National Theatre's production of The Importance of Being Earnest when it transfers to the West End in September. This will be his first acting role since It's A Sin, the acclaimed 2021 drama about the...
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