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Associated Press
16 hours ago
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- Associated Press
Movie Review: Nostalgia and gore collide in the new 'I Know What You Did Last Summer'
The new 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' pretty much follows the plot of the 1997 film of the same name: A bunch of well-to-do young people get stalked and killed by a vengeful killer in a rain slicker with an ice hook. It even has some of the same stars. 'It's 1997 all over again. It's so nostalgic,' says Freddie Prinze Jr., who stars in both, this time around. Responds another returning star, Jennifer Love Hewitt: 'Nostalgia is overrated.' That line deserves a big laugh from a so-called 'legacy sequel' that blends old and new to resurrect a franchise long dormant but isn't sure where it sits in 2025. A wink here, an eye-gouging there. By aping the structure of the original — maddeningly calling itself by its predecessor's name — the new version of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' is both too tentative a step forward and yet too reliant on the past to fully break free of that gravitational pull. The new installment follows a group of post-high school friends (Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jonah Hauer-King, Sarah Pidgeon and Tyriq Withers) who cause a fatal car wreck on July Fourth and swear to keep their involvement a secret. But a year later, someone wants them dead, offering the anniversary warning: 'I know what you did last summer.' This is a franchise that got a bit lost in the shadow of the 'Scream' dynasty, but still helped make household names of such Gen X heroes as Prinze, Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Phillippe. A relaunch makes sense but it's pretty vapid stuff until the OGs arrive. In fact, you may find yourself rooting for the killer. The five youngsters who have grown up in Southport, North Carolina — 'the Hamptons of the South' — mostly live lives of nepo privilege, drinking from flasks, driving Volvos, munching on macarons and taking Adderall. One lives on a 156-foot (48-meter) yacht with three decks. The movie mostly muddles along like a TV special, only coming to life when Prinze and Hewitt arrive, asked by the hunted youngsters for guidance. After all, the duo survived the 1997 attacks. 'Get them before they get you,' Hewitt's Julie advises. Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, who co-wrote the screenplay with Sam Lansky, mixes gruesome stabbings, harpoon impalings and corpses displayed on hooks like fish at the dock with jokes that needle everything from Nicole Kidman's cheesy AMC commercials to our fling with true-crime podcasts. The filmmakers make half-hearted attempts to explain the ripple effects from trauma but we're not here for generational pain; we're here for the slashy-slashy. There is one dream sequence with a surprise returning OG that's worth the ticket price alone. The tone is all over the place — whimpering victims one moment, horny the next. The police in Southport are nefarious — in a nod to 'Jaws,' they cover up the murders for fear of turning off tourism — but there's a 'Scooby-Doo' vibe here (even a mention) that seems less playful than idea-deprived. There are elements of spoof, too, like a vain woman who has just lost someone close in a grisly bloodbath but worries about her skin care. Look, we hate to break it to you, it's not going to end well for many of this privileged set, as they hunt whoever is hunting them. Coherence is also stabbed a lot because a clear motive for the mass murder is really hard to understand. No matter: We get the scene when a scared victim with a massive knife sticking out of her back shoots a harpoon gun at the hook killer, and that's why we came in the first place. We also get Hewitt screaming her catchphrase, mocking her attacker: 'What are you waiting for?' Well, what are you waiting for? 'I Know What You Did Last Summer,' a Sony Pictures release in theaters Friday, is rated R for 'bloody horror violence, language throughout, some sexual content and brief drug use.' Running time: 111 minutes. One and a half stars out of four.
Grazia USA
a day ago
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- Grazia USA
All The Varied Style From The 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Film Premiere
I Know What You Did Last Summer Premiere | (L-R) Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Pidgeon and Gabbriette attend the Columbia Pictures & Screen Gems World Premiere of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Eric Charbonneau/Sony Pictures via Getty Images) On Monday night, the stars of I Know What You Did Last Summer hit the red-carpet for the Los Angeles premiere of the film. Nearly three decades after its release, the cast of both the original film and this year's remake came together to show off their style. Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. have reprised their original roles of 'Julie James' and 'Ray Bronson' for the film, whereas contemporary stars such as Madelyn Cline and Gabriette Bechtel are newcomers to the project. The film is said to mirror the plot of the original, and we're sure there will be many easter eggs to spot on top of that. Scroll on for red-carpet looks from the premiere. The I Know What You Did Last Summer Red Carpet Madelyn Cline Madelyn Cline at the 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Los Angeles Premiere held at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images) Cline opted for a pink halter-neck gown from the Conner Ives Spring/Summer 2025 collection, which featured a plunging neckline and ruched detailing. The star kept the look simple and let the body-con dress shine, with minimal jewellery and a soft glam as well as sleek straight hair. Chase Sui Wonders Chase Sui Wonders attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Columbia Pictures 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) Wonders wore a standout set by Weiderhoeft, featuring a corset top and miniskirt adorned with lace detailing and small bows. The trendy ensemble was paired with strappy pumps and a dainty choker necklace from Presley Oldham. Sarah Pidgeon Sarah Pidgeon attends the premiere of Columbia Pictures' 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by) Pidgeon went a more retro route for her style inspiration, wearing a butter yellow minidress with button detailing, and pairing the look with chocolate toned knee high boots. Her wavy blonde locks and natural glam kept the look from leaning overdone, emulating an effortless feel. Jennifer Love Hewitt Jennifer Love Hewitt attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Columbia Pictures 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) Hewitt sparkled in an embellished Rachel Gilbert number which featured triangular detailing throughout. The column dress was paired with black and silver sparkling heels, as well as stacks of bracelets and rings. The look communicated an easygoing glamour. Sarah Michelle Gellar & Freddie Prinze Jr. Sarah Michelle Gellar (L) and Freddie Prinze Jr. attend the Columbia Pictures & Screen Gems World Premiere of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Eric Charbonneau/Sony Pictures via Getty Images) The iconic couple walked the carpet together, with Gellar wearing a floral Oscar de la Renta minidress with sculptural detailing. She paired the the look with orange pumps and a matching clutch, which emphasised the orange elements in her dress. For his part, Prinze opted for a sleek navy suit and white T-shirt combination which complemented the blue tones in Gellar's dress perfectly. Gabriette Bechtel Gabbriette Bechtel attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Columbia Pictures 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' at The United Theater on Broadway on July 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) Leaning into a darker aesthetic than her costars, Bechtel wore slim black pants with a corset top. She paired the look with strappy black sandals and leather arm bands. I Know What You Did Last Summer releases in theatres on July 17. topics: I Know What You Did Last Summer, film, Film + Television, Red Carpet, film premiere, Film News, fashion, celebrity fashion, celebrity style, madeline cline, chase sui wonders, sarah pidgeon, sarah michelle geller, Freddie Prinze Jr, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Trending
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Jennifer Love Hewitt Rocks Ginger Tresses at' 'the' I Know What You Did Last Summer 'Premiere' '
Jennifer Love Hewitt shows off her stunning red carpet look at the I Know What You Did Last Summer premiere in Los Angeles on Monday, July 14 The actress, who is typically a brunette, rocked a bold ginger color Hewitt reprises her role as Julie James and exclusively told PEOPLE in April that she gives her stamp of approval on the character's evolution in the 2025 sequelThe '90s are back! Jennifer Love Hewitt was unmissable in all-black at the I Know What You Did Last Summer premiere at the United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles on Monday, July 14. The actress, 46, wore an ankle-length, form-fitting Rachel Gilbert Embellished dress with 3-D jeweled beading for a completely eye-catching look. Her matching black pumps featured textured silver accents. And while Hewitt's character may be a brunette bombshell, the IKWYDLS alum rocked ginger-toned tresses on the red carpet with a smokey eye for her glam. She wore multiple rings on each hand, with one of her wrists showing off mixed-metal bracelets. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The long-awaited sequel, which picks up after the events of 1998's I Still Know What You Did Last Summer and the 1997 original installment with the same name, sees the return of Hewitt's good-girl character, Julie James, who can't seem to escape her troubled past. The new movie, which opens in theaters on Friday, July 18, follows five friends who "inadvertently cause a deadly car accident" before "cover[ing] up their involvement and mak[ing] a pact to keep it a secret rather than face the consequences," according to Sony Pictures. However, "a year later, their past comes back to haunt them and they're forced to confront a horrifying truth: someone knows what they did last summer…and is hell-bent on revenge. As one by one the friends are stalked by a killer, they discover this has happened before, and they turn to two survivors of the legendary Southport Massacre of 1997 for help." The 2025 premiere comes 28 years after Hewitt walked the red carpet on Oct. 8, 1997, for the Hollywood premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer at the GCC Galaxy Theatre. There, the film's final girl standing paired a '90s grunge makeup look with a sleek black and floral strapless mini dress, strappy black sandals and a slicked-back updo. While Hewitt was all smiles on the red carpet on Monday, the actress did have some reservations going into filming the new installment in the slasher franchise. 'I had total anxiety for 48 hours before [filming] because I was like, 'Can I do this? Am I going to pull this off?' It's a lot of pressure," Hewitt exclusively told PEOPLE in April. Still, the Criminal Minds star said she gave her "stamp of approval" on how her character has evolved, 28 years after the events of the first film. The 9-1-1 actress added that 'as a female in Hollywood, in your 40s, sometimes you can feel forgotten about.' She felt 'really touched emotionally and honored that Sony would have me back, that the franchise would have me back, that Jen wanted me back, and that the audience wanted me back. It really felt like an honor. Stepping into her shoes again was really fun." Hewitt also reunited on-screen with costar Freddie Prinze Jr., 49, who returned in the new sequel as Ray Bronson. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The duo will help guide a new group of terrified teens. These fresh faces include Chase Sui Wonders (The Studio), Madelyn Cline (Outer Banks), Sarah Pidgeon (The Wilds), Jonah Hauer-King (The Little Mermaid) and Tyriq Withers (Him). While speaking with PEOPLE, Hewitt said the new cast is 'phenomenal' and that the experience felt like passing the baton. 'It's for them to make it their own and for me to stand by like a proud mom and say, 'It's yours now, take it and run and enjoy.' ' Even though it's been nearly 30 years, the film will still include plenty of nostalgic callbacks and Easter eggs from the '90s. The Golden Globe nominee teased in April, 'There's lots of twists and turns. I don't think people are going to expect anything that's coming. It's a really fun ride." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
‘I Know What You Did Last Summer' Red Carpet: Cast Talks Keeping A Killer Secret
Nearly 30 summers later, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. reunited on the red carpet for Monday's world premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer. On the red carpet at the United Artists Theater in DTLA, Prinze told Deadline 'it was very surreal' sharing the screen with Hewitt again as they reprised their roles as Ray Bronson and Julie James in writer/director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson's update of the 1997 slasher film. More from Deadline Freddie Prinze Jr. On Reuniting With Jennifer Love Hewitt For 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Sequel: "It's The Best Work We've Done" Rachael Leigh Cook & Freddie Prinze Jr. Set 'She's All That' Reunion In Christmas Movie For Fox Entertainment Studios Vertical Acquires Chad Hartigan Rom-Com 'The Threesome' Starring Zoey Deutch, Jonah Hauer-King & Ruby Cruz 'It was weird, man,' said Prinze. 'I never went to a high school reunion, but it was close to that as I could imagine 'cause I hadn't seen her in 20-plus years.' Prinze walked the red carpet with his wife Sarah Michelle Gellar, whom he met on the set of the original, and who previously sparked rumors of her return when she got in trouble for leaking a photo from set while visiting her husband. While there are quite a few satisfying cameos and canonical surprises, Robinson made one thing clear: Helen Shivers is dead. That didn't stop her from pitching longtime friend Gellar to reprise her role. 'I was like, 'Maybe you aren't dead. Maybe you faked your death. Maybe you have a twin,'' Robinson said. 'I really pitched any version of Helen Shivers being alive to Sarah, and she was like, 'I am dead.'' Co-writer Sam Lansky, who made his feature debut alongside Robinson, called the opportunity 'the most surreal dream come true' after growing up on the original. 'The care that these actors put into crafting these characters is extraordinary, and I was so heartened by that as a fan, to realize how deeply these actors care about these characters and care about the fans, and want to protect the characters and their legacies for the fans,' said Lansky. 'Nothing about it was casual, there was a lot of really, really deep thought and critical consideration that went into it on Freddie and Love's part that you just felt to your marrow.' Jonah Hauer-King, who plays Milo Griffin, was excited to 'recreate that brilliant universe that everyone fell in love with' while working with Prinze and Hewitt. 'They're great. I don't think the film could have really been made without them,' he raved. 'They're kind of synonymous with the original film, and I think having them back was such a stamp of approval for this new wave and for the new script. Them being back was sort of an endorsement for us and do our thing and bring our own fresh take too.' And with a new era in the slasher franchise, which was based on Lois Duncan's 1973 novel, comes a new slasher to unmask. The reveal is sure to give longtime fans a shock as the cast and creators wrestle with the killer secret. 'I know Jen's original plan was that we were going to shoot multiple endings. I can neither confirm or deny that,' said Sarah Pidgeon, who plays Stevie Ward. Prinze seems to have had a little more insight. 'No, there was a singular focus, there was a singular story. It wasn't Clue, there was no multiple endings,' he said with a laugh. For Lansky, keeping a lid on the who's behind the hook 'has been really hard' leading up to the movie's July 18 premiere in theaters. 'Keeping secrets is always really hard,' he added. 'But I think we knew there were things that we wanted to do that would be fun and surprising for the audience, and that's all I'm gonna say. I hope that everyone feels that element of surprise when they're watching in the theater for the first time.' See Deadline's exclusive Polaroids from the I Know What You Did Last Summer red carpet below. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About Amazon's 'Verity' Movie So Far 'Street Fighter' Cast: Who's Who In The Live-Action Arcade Film Adaption 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Emmys, Oscars, Grammys & More
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jennifer Love Hewitt, 46, is still a Hollywood pinup in low-cut dress 28 years after I Know What You Did Last Summer
Jennifer Love Hewitt made a rare red carpet appearance on Monday evening at the I Know What You Did Last Summer movie premiere. Hewitt — who starred in the original 1997 slasher and reprises her role in the 2025 sequel — uncovered a new look at the Los Angeles event. The 46-year-old actress strayed from her signature brunette locks as she spiced things up with a fresh ginger hue. To complement the novel hair color, she stepped out in a cleavage-flashing, figure-hugging, 3-D beaded black dress from Rachel Gilbert. Rounding out the ensemble, Jennifer slipped her feet into a pair of pointy-toe black pumps with silver line detail. The BareNaked singer looked beautiful with an edgy smokey eye, mauve-toned blush, and coordinating matte lipstick. She accessorized with stacked rings and bracelets on one of her wrists. The mom-of-three, who is married to Brian Hallisay, wore her newly colored tresses in a center part and ironed straight. As she posed for photos along the step-and-repeat, she was joined by her castmates including Chase Sui Wonders, 29, with whom she shared a giddy exchange. Also at the star- studded gathering were longtime couple and former IKWYDL co-stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, 48, and Freddie Prinze Jr., 49. Gellar, whose character was killed off in the original movie, hit the premiere dressed in a strapless, blue, butterfly Oscar de la Renta mini dress. She picked up on the frock's subtle orange accents with matching accessories — a square-shaped clutch and pointy heels. Her signature blonde locks were arranged in a half-up, half-down style with tight, sultry waves throughout. For his part, Prinze Jr. was equally fashionable in a navy blue suit with a double-breasted jacket. He kept the look effortlessly cool and modern by layering a crew neck white shirt underneath his outer layer. And his suave co-ord was finished with a pair of sleek, dark, leather loafers. Sarah and Freddie met on the set of 1999's I Know What You Did Last Summer and became Hollywood's 'it' couple shortly after. The longtime husband and wife are mom and dad to two children — daughter Charlotte Grace, 15, and son Rocky James, 12. Actor Seth Green, 51, posed with former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co-star Sarah at the starry movie premiere. He attended the soiree with longtime wife, model and actress Clare Grant, 45. Green wore a black suit, dressing it down with the addition of textured pink and black sneakers. The look was tied together with a graphic T-shirt with a pink, yellow, and teal print that peeked out from under his buttoned blazer. His bombshell wife, whom he wed in 2010, put on a leggy display in a plunging, black, long-sleeved mini dress and heels. The couple marked their decade-and-a-half wedding anniversary in May, with Clare writing on Instagram, 'Marry your best friend. 15 years!' Chase looked like a bombshell in a cream-colored satin mini dress complete with a corset bodice and lacy detail Chase looked like a bombshell in a cream-colored satin mini dress complete with a corset bodice and lacy detail. The actress, who was previously romantically linked to her Bodies Bodies Bodies co-star Pete Davidson, bared her toned legs in the look. She also put on a busty display in the figure-accentuating frock, which she teamed with studded open-toe heels. And the beauty rocked a jaw-length bob that was styled in a center part with one side of the front tucked behind her ear. Madelyn Cline, 27 — who also briefly dated Pete — arrived in a bubblegum pink dress with a plunging neckline. The look gathered at her hips and over her thighs, before flowing into a subtle train that spilled around her feet. In June, Sony Pictures threw fans into a frenzy with the release of a new trailer for I Know What You Did Last Summer, which features an epic callback. The film is a continuation of the 1997 flick of the same name, which starred Hewitt, Prinze Jr., Gellar and Ryan Phillippe as four teens who cover up a horrific accident, only for it to come back to haunt them one year later. The new iteration — in theaters July 18 — brings back Hewitt and Prinze Jr. as Julie James and Ray Bronson from the original, as they try to help a new group of kids being stalked by a killer fisherman. The studio released a first-look trailer in April, which offered a glimpse at Hewitt and Prinze Jr. along with the new cast. The latest teaser shows a slew of new footage, ending with Hewitt repeating her iconic line from the first film — 'What are you waiting for?'
