This stealthy horror film has many satisfying twists and turns, all of which eventually close in on the young FBI agent trying to catch a serial killer. Nicolas Cage gives a crazed performance as the titular boogeyman who haunts the crime scenes. Director Osgood Perkins, son of Psycho star Anthony Perkins, reveals he is a dedicated student of the genre.
“It’s a true sight to behold, but take care to not look too long. No matter how tightly you try to cling to sanity, one truth remains in Longlegs: We all go a little mad sometimes.” — Chase Hutchinson, The Seattle Times
“Part of what makes the film so effective is that it doesn’t really depend on secrets or surprises. The writer and director Osgood Perkins summons an atmosphere of dread so intense, it’s practically spoiler-proof.” — Justin Chang, NPR
directed by
Oz Perkins
Oz Perkins
written by
Oz Perkins
Oz Perkins
with
Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood
Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood
country
Canada, United States
Canada, United States