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CNET
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNET
This Horror Duology Is Still My Favorite One-Two Punch on Netflix
When a horror movie hits big in theaters or on streaming, I always expect to see at least a trilogy. (And if the sequels are popular, we'll see nine or 10.) If a film only gets one sequel, you might assume that the second movie wasn't so great. The double feature of Creep and Creep 2 from Mark Duplass and Patrick Brice -- streaming now on Netflix -- might be the strongest argument against that. The duology kicks off with a hilarious, chilling first-person account of human prey being playfully stalked, then follows with an incisive sequel that takes the franchise in a completely different direction. In the first Creep, Brice (in his directorial and acting debut) plays Aaron, a struggling videographer who's taken a random gig at a remote cabin in Crestline, California. Aaron, played by director Patrick Brice, repeatedly and unforunately gives Josef the benefit of his doubt. The Duplass Brothers/Blumhouse Productions The job? It's filming a video diary for a man named Josef (Duplass), who says that he's dying of a brain tumor and wants to leave a message for his unborn child. Right from their initial meeting, Aaron realizes something is wrong with Josef, and that creeping dread ramps up inch by inch until their final encounter. Right from the start, it's clear that something is amiss with Josef. The Duplass Brothers/Blumhouse Productions Reminiscent of classic films like My Dinner With Andre and Misery, Creep is a "two-hander," meaning the movie consists almost entirely of two characters -- Aaron and Josef -- working their way through an incredibly awkward (and sinister) relationship. (Duplass' wife Katie Aselton puts in a brief but memorable performance as Josef's sister on the phone.) As tensions rise between the two characters, Josef becomes more and more unhinged, often in hilarious asides or antics that show just how far someone can go before the other person finally breaks and says "I'm out." Aaron, desperate for work and caught in that awkward situation where you don't want to offend or lose a paying client, takes more and more of the weirdness until the character Peachfuzz shows up and all hell breaks loose. The movie is shot from Aaron's camera, so we see the action unfold from his perspective, letting Duplass cut loose as a polished and off-kilter comedian. I wasn't a big fan of Duplass before this movie, but the character fits him perfectly. I can't think of anyone else who could balance the banality and weirdness of evil as well as he does. Aaron is behind the camera for most of Creep, but some scenes involve a fixed shot as the camera gets set down. The Duplass Brothers/Blumhouse Productions Some critics complain that Creep doesn't leave enough freedom for audiences to think that Josef might not be a serial killer. I'd argue that the end of the movie is in doubt until the final scenes, when we get a satisfying and illuminating conclusion. In the sequel, Creep 2, the script gets flipped -- less "Mind of a Monster," more "Portrait of a Serial Killer in Mid-Life Crisis." Josef, now Aaron, faces a mid-life crisis in Creep 2. The Duplass Brothers/Blumhouse Productions Josef is back, but now he's named "Aaron," after his favorite victim. And he's hiring another desperate freelance videographer -- Sara (Desiree Akhavan, director-writer of The Miseducation of Cameron Post), who's struggling as a YouTuber filming random encounters with men on Craigslist. Instead of rehashing his usual m.o., Aaron is straight with Sara from the start. He tells her that he's a serial killer and that he'll let her live if she makes a documentary about him. The twist? She doesn't believe him, and every attempt that Aaron makes to scare Sara goes laughably wrong. Aaron pulls out all his old tricks in Creep 2, but nothing seems to convince Sara that he's a serial killer. The Duplass Brothers/Blumhouse Productions Sara and Aaron grow closer as the day goes along, developing the sort of oddball relationship that Sara has been craving from her unsuccessful Craigslist interviews. Aaron settles on a final resolution for their day, and Sara is having none of it, leading to a thrilling conclusion that's again in doubt until the very last moment. The ending leaves open the possibility of another movie, as we imagine someone new behind the camera, but it also resolves the Creep franchise with a compelling final scene that twists the videographer-subject dynamic into further knots. Since Creep 2, Duplass has released a 30-minute TV show prequel series called Creep Tapes that focuses on Josef's diverse experiences with his previous murder victims. Hosted on the horror streaming service Shudder, the first season was popular enough to get picked up for a second. If you're looking for a pair of indie horror films that avoid the most common cliches and tropes of the found-footage genre, Creep and Creep 2 certainly meet the criteria and provide more of a bang than many horror movies with much larger budgets. For more scary movie picks, check out the best horror movies to watch on Prime Video or Hulu.
Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Thom Yorke calls Netanyahu an ‘extremist' who ‘needs to be stopped' after being criticised for ‘silence'
Yorke issued a lengthy eight-page statement on the war in Gaza, in which he also decried Hamas for 'choosing to hide behind the suffering of its people'. His comments arrive months after Yorke walked offstage when he was heckled by a pro-Palestine protester during a solo show in Melbourne. Footage filmed by a member of the audience in October 2024 showed a man in the crowd yelling at Yorke about the 'Israeli genocide of Gaza' and the death toll, half of whom he said 'were children'. Yorke could be seen standing and listening before removing his guitar and leaving the stage. He returned shortly after the incident to play Radiohead's 1997 song 'Karma Police.' The musician, who has also come under scrutiny in the past over his decision to continue performing in Israel, has now shared a statement on the incident. Addressing being heckled, he said the concert 'didn't really seem like the best moment to discuss the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza'. Yorke added that, once the show had ended, he' remained in shock that my supposed silence was somehow being taken as complicity, and I struggled to find an adequate way to respond to this and to carry on with the rest of the shows on the tour'. Yorke wrote: 'That silence, my attempt to show respect for all those who are suffering and those who have died, and to not trivialise it in a few words, has allowed other opportunistic groups to use intimidation and defamation to fill in the blanks, and I regret giving them this chance. This has had a heavy toll on my mental health.' The musician said his music was 'evidence' that he 'could not possibly support any form of extremism or dehumanisation of others', before adding: 'I think Netanyahu and his crew of extremists are totally out of control and need to be stopped, and that the international community should put all the pressure it can on them to cease. 'Their excuse of self-defence has long since worn thin and has been replaced by a transparent desire to take control of Gaza and the West Bank permanently.' The remainder of his statement is below: 'I believe this ultra-nationalist administration has hidden itself behind a terrified & grieving people and used them to deflect any criticism, using that fear and grief to further their ultra-nationalist agenda with terrible consequences, as we see now with the horrific blockade of aid to Gaza … 'At the same time the unquestioning Free Palestine refrain that surrounds us all does not answer the simple question of why the hostages have still not all been returned? For what possible reason? 'Why did Hamas choose the truly horrific acts of October 7th? The answer seems obvious, and I believe Hamas chooses too to hide behind the suffering of its people, in an equally cynical fashion for their own purposes.' Yorke shared the statement on Instagram with the caption: 'For those who need to know.. let me fill in the blanks.' The band's history with Israel goes back to their debut single, 'Creep', which received widespread airplay on Israeli radio stations after initially failing to make an impact elsewhere. They played Tel Aviv in 2017, in defiance of the pro-Palestine campaign by the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement. Responding to criticism from British director and BDS supporter Ken Loach, who wrote an op-ed for The Independent urging Radiohead to join the boycott, Yorke said: 'Playing in a country isn't the same as endorsing the government. 'We've played in Israel for over 20 years through a succession of governments, some more liberal than others. As we have in America. We don't endorse [Israeli prime minister Benjamin] Netanyahu any more than [Donald] Trump, but we still play in America.
Metro
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Reboot of cult 00s horror set in the London underground gets promising update
A new wave of terror is preparing to rise from beneath the streets of London. Shudder has officially acquired the North American distribution rights to The Creep, a highly anticipated reboot of the 2004 cult horror Creep. Marking a return to the eerie labyrinth of the London Underground, The Creep reunites original director Christopher Smith with key creative collaborators from the first film, including cinematographer Danny Cohen and production designer John Frankish. Smith, best known for his chilling 2009 film Triangle, is set to reinvent his breakout horror more than two decades after it first hit screens. Leading the cast is Jasmine Jobson, acclaimed for her role in Top Boy, alongside British horror veteran Andy Nyman (Ghost Stories) and UK rapper Aitch, who will be making his film debut, Deadline reports. According to the film's official logline, the story will once again plunge into the shadowy tunnels of London's iconic tube system, where a sinister figure known only as Creep unleashes a new reign of terror. Jobson stars as a struggling artist pulled back into her dark criminal past. Nyman plays a captive with intimate knowledge of Creep's horrifying legacy, while Aitch takes on the role of Natter G, a high-profile drill rapper whose street smarts may prove vital to survival. Behind the scenes, producers Julie Baines and Jason Newmark return from the original Creep, now producing under Dan Films and Newscope Films alongside Jonathan Taylor (Something in the Water) and Laurie Cook (Consecration). Worldwide sales are being handled by HanWay Films, with True Brit Entertainment overseeing the UK and Ireland release. The film is slated for a 2026 release, with principal photography scheduled to begin this fall. For Smith, the reboot is deeply personal. In a statement, he wrote, 'Ever since I finished Creep and released it to the world, I've wanted to return to that story. More Trending 'I've always felt there was unfinished business.' He noted that, despite a successful career spanning decades, it's Creep that continues to resonate most with fans. 'No matter what I've done since, it's always Creep that people know me by – and want to talk about.' He promises a more evolved version of the original nightmare: 'I've worked passionately on the script to retain the dread of the original, while enhancing the characters, deepening the humour, and amplifying the action… with a modern twist for a new Gen Z audience.' The Creep looks set to deliver a terrifying new chapter. Fans are hoping it will terrify a whole new generation while satisfying longtime fans of the original. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Completely free streaming service adds iconic 90s horror before remake hits cinemas MORE: Here's what we know about the new horror movie leaving people 'fainting in cinemas' MORE: This cult classic horror would work perfectly as a TV show
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billie Eilish Has a Laughing Fit During Her Stunning Cover of Radiohead's ‘Creep' at Amsterdam Show
Billie Eilish fans in Amsterdam are feeling so f–king special after witnessing the star cover Radiohead's 'Creep' at Ziggo Dome on Sunday night (May 4). In videos posted by concertgoers, Eilish departs from her regularly scheduled setlist to deliver a stunning rendition of the rock band's signature hit, joined on stage by two backup vocalists and an electric guitar player. Taking the main melody, the nine-time Grammy winner's piercing voice soars over lush harmonies provided by the other singers, with Eilish adding her own tasteful riffs throughout. More from Billboard Here's Why Billie Eilish 'Absolutely Hated' Her Name Growing Up Natanael Cano Defies Ban on Narcocorridos, Performs Tumbados at Aguascalientes Fair Bad Bunny Announces Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour: Here Are the Dates 'But I'm a creep, I'm a weirdo,' she sings, closing her eyes to the music. 'What the hell am I doin' here?/ I don't belong here.' At one point toward the end of the performance, the musician spots something in the distance that makes her crack up, and is unable to stop laughing. Even as she raises her microphone to start singing again, she bursts into another fit of chuckles, eventually composing herself enough to deliver the song's final haunting bars. Released in 1992 as Radiohead's debut single, 'Creep' eventually entered the Billboard Hot 100 in June 1993 before peaking at No. 34 the following September. It's featured on the band's first album, Pablo Honey, which reached No. 32 on the Billboard 200. Eilish's performance of the track comes midway through her Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour, which kicked off in September in support of her 2024 album of the same name. After touring North America through late December, the 'Lunch' singer has spent the past couple of months traveling around Australia and Europe, with her trek set to conclude in Ireland in late July. One venue at which she'll set up shop for six nights on the road later is the O2 Arena in London, where she previously performed in 2019. While she was there, none other than Radiohead's Thom Yorke caught her performance, after which he told British newspaper The Times, 'I like Billie Eilish.' 'She's doing her own thing,' he added at the time. 'Nobody's telling her what to do.' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billie Eilish Thanks Her Fans For Support While Accepting AMA for Artist of the Year
Billie Eilish walked away with the artist of the year award at the 2025 American Music Awards, and in a remote acceptance speech, graciously thanked her fans for allowing her to make music. Jon Batiste awarded Eilish the artist of the year plaque at the AMAs on Monday (May 26) night, and in a heartfelt video message, she shouted out her supporters for showing love to her. More from Billboard Here Are the 2025 American Music Awards Winners (Updating Live) Shakira Falls Onstage During 'Whenever, Wherever' Performance at Montreal Concert Billy Joel's Daughter Alexa Ray Joel Offers Encouraging Words About Dad's Health Diagnosis 'Oh my God, artist of the year, this is so crazy,' Billie said. 'I feel speechless, thank you all so much I love you so much. I wish I could be there tonight, I'm on tour, getting to see you all over the world. Thank you to the AMAs, thank you to the fans, I know you voted for this. This means the world to me. I am so lucky to get to do what I do, and to do it with you! I love you all so much, thank you guys.' Eilish had to accept the award virtually because she's on tour in Europe, where she made waves online thanks to a stunning performance of Radiohead's 'Creep' in Amsterdam. Earlier in May, Eilish delivered a rendition of the rock band's signature hit, accompanied by two backup vocalists and an electric guitar player. However, the musician spotted something in the distance that caused her to laugh, and she was unable to stop. Still, the haunting performance was well received by everyone in the audience. Check out the full speech below. The American Music Awards are produced by Dick Clark Productions, which is owned by Penske Media Eldridge, a joint venture between Eldridge Industries and Billboard parent company Penske Media. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
