Longlegs
6.661
1330 Votes

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.

Trailers & Clips
2024-07-22T16:04:05.000Z
2024-07-12T11:01:11.000Z
2024-07-12T11:01:06.000Z
2024-07-08T16:00:51.000Z
2024-07-03T15:59:24.000Z
2024-07-01T15:59:11.000Z
2024-06-27T15:34:46.000Z
2024-06-27T15:34:41.000Z
2024-05-20T16:00:04.000Z
2024-04-24T16:39:23.000Z
2024-04-17T16:01:17.000Z
2024-01-19T17:12:03.000Z
2024-01-12T17:04:12.000Z
2024-01-05T17:02:09.000Z
Images (Posters)
Images (Backdrops)
Cast
Maika Monroe
Agent Lee Harker
Nicolas Cage
Longlegs
Blair Underwood
Agent Carter
Alicia Witt
Ruth Harker
Michelle Choi-Lee
Agent Browning
Dakota Daulby
Agent Fisk
Lauren Acala
Young Lee Harker
Kiernan Shipka
Carrie Anne Camera
Maïla Hosie
Young Carrie Anne Camera
Jason William Day
Father Camera
Lisa Chandler
Mother Camera
Ava Kelders
Ruby Carter
Rryla McIntosh
Adult Ruby Carter
Carmel Amit
Anna Carter
Shafin Karim
Clinical Doctor
Trey Helten
Suspect
Daniel Bacon
Coroner
Vanessa Walsh
CSI Agent
Beatrix Perkins
Teenage Clerk
Scott Nicholson
Agent Kurt Kobble
Peter Bryant
Senior FBI Agent
Hazel Bartlett-Sias
Birthday Girl
Marlea Cleveland
Alder Family Mom
Melissa Shim
Hotel Bar Server
Erin Boyes
Young Agent
Anita Wittenberg
Older Female Orderly
Michelle Cyr
Admitting Nurse
Details Of Movie
Music
Photos Andres Arochi
Revenue 102469694
Location Canada
Producer Chris Ferguson, Nicolas Cage, Dan Kagan, Brian Kavanaugh-Jones, Dave Caplan
Director Osgood Perkins
User Reviews
CinemaSerf July 23 2024 05:45:44 PM

There's a fair amount of screen time given to Bill Clinton in this thriller. Luckily, there are no cigars to be seen as his Presidential visage looks down on FBI agent "Carter" (Blair Underwood). He's in charge of an investigation looking into the slaughter of entire families in their homes. There's no evidence of any third party anywhere, with the father invariably found having killed himself after slaughtering just about everyone else. Thing is, fellow agent "Harker" (Maika Monroe) thinks that there's way more to it than that. She's got a sort of sixth sense when it comes to these things and soon she and "Carter" are on the trail of the eponymous character (the sparingly used but effective Nicolas Cage) who may - or may not - be the source of some cryptic messages left near the site of each atrocity. Central to her theories are some eerily looking dolls. There are child size, perfectly made with porcelain and contain mysterious aluminium spheres. What's the purpose of them? It turns out that "Harker" might be able to elicit some answers from her mother "Ruth" (Alicia Witt). She's not quite the full shilling but as the detective recalls an encounter with a stranger many years earlier, we begin to wonder if mum might be more involved... It's quirky this story with elements that make sense and others that dart about making it almost impossible to figure out who's doing what to whom nor, more importantly, why? The rather brutal denouement does let it down. It's rushed and serves to fill in years worth of intrigue with five minutes of dialogue - indeed, I couldn't help but wonder if a sequel was in the offing as the story wrapped all too abruptly. Monroe delivers well here, as does photographer Andres Arochi who helps create an almost claustrophobic atmosphere to add quite a bit of tension to the plot. It's not especially scary, but it takes a different approach to creating horror for the mind rather thanks the eyes - and it works quite well.

tmdb51616167 September 03 2024 09:41:51 AM

I recently ventured to the cinema and caught a screening of the latest psychological thriller, "Longlegs." The film delves into the twisted world of a serial killer who is believed to be possessed by Satan, using his demonic abilities to target young girls born on the 14th of the month. He gifts these girls a doll, which remains lifeless and silent, serving as a sinister prelude to their impending doom. Nicolas Cage portrays the enigmatic killer, appearing sporadically throughout the movie in an unsettling all-white ensemble with pale face paint and hair. His eerie rendition of "Happy Birthday" and unsettling gestures add to the film's chilling atmosphere, leaving viewers on edge about his potential accomplice. "Longlegs" exudes a retro vibe reminiscent of 1980s cinema, with a jarring visual style that may not resonate with contemporary audiences. The disjointed cinematography and truncated framing add to the film's unsettling nature, creating a sense of unease among viewers. The lead actress delivers a performance that feels uncomfortably raw, as if she herself is grappling with the character's turmoil. Her portrayal adds to the overall discomfort of the film, leaving audiences questioning the extent of her character's possession. While the film does offer resolution on the identity of "Longlegs," it ultimately falls short of recommendation. As a cinephile who appreciates the nuances of filmmaking, I found "Longlegs" lacking in substance and entertainment value. While individual tastes may vary, I prefer films that engage and captivate from start to finish, rather than leaving me feeling disenchanted or disturbed. "Longlegs" simply did not align with my preferences or expectations for a compelling cinematic experience.