Avengers star unrecognisable in genre-bending horror film now on Amazon Prime
The Cabin in the Woods, starring an almost unrecognisable Chris Hemsworth, is now available to watch for free on Amazon Prime Video for anyone who has an Amazon subscription
For those who fancy a night in, huddled on the settee with a cushion at the ready to hide behind, there's a top-notch horror film now available to stream for free on Amazon Prime.
Horror films might not be everyone's cup of tea, but when they're done well, they can take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride filled with suspense, relief after a scare, and adrenaline pumping through your veins. They often have a more profound impact on your emotions than your typical action-adventure flick.
If you're in the mood for a fright, then look no further than 2012's critically acclaimed horror The Cabin in the Woods. The film features a barely recognisable Chris Hemsworth and follows a group of university students as they head off to a secluded cabin for what they hope will be a pleasant getaway.
However, their trip quickly turns into a nightmare as they find themselves battling for survival against a relentless onslaught of terrifying creatures in a classic horror setting.
Minor spoilers ahead - but what sets this plot apart is that unbeknownst to the group, their time in the cabin has been meticulously planned out, as they unwittingly become part of a ritualistic sacrifice designed to appease ancient beings threatening to destroy the earth, all overseen by a facility full of bureaucrats dedicated to ensuring their sacrifice, reports the Mirror US.
The film is revolutionary in its approach, cleverly utilising traditional horror tropes but giving them a fresh twist and deeper meaning.
The movie boasts an impressive cast, including Thor's Chris Hemsworth, Grey's Anatomy's Jesse Williams, House of Cards' Kristen Connolly, and The Shape of Water's Richard Jenkins, who play the five students at the centre of the story.
This film breaks new ground by cleverly reworking traditional horror tropes to reveal the underlying themes, earning widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics. With a 92% 'certified fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it's a must-watch.
One Google reviewer gave it a 5-star rating, saying: "One of the greatest films ever and not just because it cleverly borrows from HP Lovecraft and others to tell of the horror behind the horror we're so used to."
They added: "Well-written, produced, acted, scored and filmed, TCITW is a winner on so many levels, the less you know about it before screening it, the better. It fully transcends the genre of "horror" plus offers a cute peek into the myths of other cultures. But ultimately, it is NOT what you expect it to be about at all."
Another reviewer praised the film, saying: "I love this movie, I thought it was smart and interesting with twists thrown in that I never saw coming."
The film is now available to stream for free on Amazon Prime Video for subscribers.
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