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India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 1-hour 53-minute horror thriller film will send chills down your spine, climax will leave you speechless, has IMDb rating of 6.6, movie is…, lead actors are…
In the world of horror films, few stories manage to stand out by doing something truly different. One film did just that by taking a simple idea, what if vampires attacked when no one could escape—and placed it in one of the most chilling and isolated settings on Earth. With a sense of creeping dread and brutal survival, it gave horror lovers something fresh. It didn't rely on fancy effects or over-the-top jump scares. Instead, it brought terror in the form of long, freezing nights and monsters that thrive in the dark. Which film is this? The film we're talking about is 30 Days of Night, released in 2007 and directed by David Slade. Based on the comic book of the same name, the movie is set in Barrow, Alaska, where the sun disappears for 30 days during winter. As the town settles into darkness, a group of ruthless vampires arrives, turning the peaceful community into a feeding ground. Josh Hartnett stars as Sheriff Eben Oleson, a man who must lead the survivors, including his estranged wife Stella (played by Melissa George), in a desperate battle against bloodthirsty creatures that show no mercy. How were the performances? Danny Huston's performance as the terrifying vampire leader Marlow added to the intensity. His cold, emotionless portrayal left a lasting impression on audiences. Other actors like Ben Foster, who plays a creepy stranger preparing the town for the vampire attack, and Mark Boone Junior, who plays a local with a heroic streak, add depth to the small-town vibe and the growing horror. How was the box office reception? The film was made on a budget of approximately Rs 250 crore and earned over Rs 625 crore worldwide. Its gritty visuals and unique setting helped it stand out, earning a solid IMDb rating of 6.6. It is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and in some regions, it can also be found on YouTube Movies. The sequel to 30 Days Of Night Due to its success, the film led to a sequel in 2010 titled 30 Days of Night: Dark Days. The sequel follows Stella Oleson, now portrayed by Kiele Sanchez, as she travels to Los Angeles to expose the existence of vampires and take revenge. However, the sequel didn't connect with viewers the same way and received mixed reviews, with a lower IMDb score of 4.3. Still, the original remains a must-watch for horror fans, which is still remarked as best and terrifying vampire based movies ever made.
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix just days away from removing Black Mirror's most ambitious episode ever as streamer undergoes major redesign - and it's bad news for fans of the dystopian drama
Netflix is just days away from removing Black Mirror 's most ambitious episode ever as the streamer undergoes a major redesign - and it's bad news for fans of the dystopian drama. The interactive film Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, directed by David Slade and written by Charlie Brooker, aired back in December 2018. The official synopsis reads: 'In 1984, a young programmer begins to question reality as he adapts a dark fantasy novel into a video game. 'A mind-bending tale with multiple endings.' Black Mirror: Bandersnatch is very different to the rest of the episodes from the franchise as viewers picked the ending, meaning that everyone's experience watching the show was different. According to The A.V. Club, the film, alongside Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy Vs. The Reverend will be removed from the streaming service later this month. Fans have until May 12 to watch the instalment on Netflix. It comes after What's On Netflix, 'an upgraded TV experience, is headed to a screen near you'. It has been reported that the service is undergoing a redesign - including simpler navigation, your very own My Netflix hub, detailed informed about the shows/movies and responsive recommendations. According to The A.V Club, it will mean that programmes such as Bandersnatch will be 'incompatible' going forward. The redesign will hit the service on May 19. So if you haven't watched Bandersnatch, you better watch it soon, before it's taken off Netflix. The movie has received rave reviews since it hit our screens. It has 74% on the Tomatometer on review site Rotten Tomatoes, as well as a 67% on the Popcornmeter. Many have shared their thoughts about Black Mirror: Bandersnatch on Rotten Tomatoes - and it has received 74% on the Tomatometer Many have shared their thoughts on the website too. One wrote: 'Watched this some months ago, not sure why I haven't posted a review. 'It's a very interesting choose-your adventure kind of a movie with some clever twists. 'But overall it lacks complexity and true imagination to be great.' 'OMG!! Black Mirror has outdone itself with this interactive 'It really messes with your mind with a very interesting, creepy and clever idea. It's just mindblowing! 'Decisions, fate, control... mysterious themes as ever! — watching Black Mirror.' 'I thought it was really cool, the ideas were super bonkers, the acting was great, overall just an awesome mash of ideas.' 'Innovative! Actors were incredible.' 'Extremely immersive, keeping you on your toes with many surprising twists and turns along with a sequence of shots and scenarios with a very fit and enjoyable cast.' 'The perfect Netflix show, telling what tech is able to make into vulnerable minds, like every single human being's.' 'Brilliant and forward thinking. One of the best sci fi series out there.' The show stars Fionn Whitehead, Will Poultner, Asim Chaudhry, Craig Parkinson, Alice Lowe, Tallulah Haddon and Jonathan Aris.
