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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
10 new horror films that are almost terrifying
Do you like horror movies that turn out great? Let's look at 10 recent horror movies that were so close to being amazing. 1. Heart Eyes This movie mixes horror with romantic comedy. The chemistry between Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding is great. The killer looks scary but the ending is very predictable; it feels like an old horror movie from the early 2000s. Started strong, but ended too safe and basic. 2. Companion A girl finds out she's actually a robot built for her boyfriend. Sophie Thatcher gives a great performance. The movie is full of surprises and crazy twists. But it doesn't always make sense if you think too much. Characters act weird just to push the story forward. Fun ride, but very messy and silly in logic. 3. Drop A mom gets scary messages through AirDrop while on a date. The first hour is super suspenseful and fun. Meghann Fahy acts really well. But the ending goes full silly mode with weird action. The villain reveal is boring and obvious. It starts stylish, but ends like a goofy TV show. 4. The Monkey A killer monkey toy causes crazy deaths. The death scenes are brutal and creative. Theo James plays two brothers and does a great job, but the ending gets way too confusing and messy. Some bad CGI ruins the vibe but overall great build-up, but poor and strange wrap-up. Live Events 5. Azrael Set in a silent post-apocalyptic world. No talking, just action and tension. Samara Weaving kills it with her expressions, but there's no deep story or strong characters. The ending feels empty and sudden. Cool concept, but lacks full emotional impact. 6. Final Destination: Bloodlines A fresh entry in the famous death-trap horror series. First two-thirds are fun, gross, and shocking. Tony Todd appears and adds weight. But the ending copies older films in the series. The twists are super obvious if you know biology. Seems like the studio messed with the final act. 7. In a Violent Nature A slow, artsy take on slasher films. The camera follows the killer, not the victims. Some death scenes are unforgettable, but the ending drags too long. Final 15 minutes are talky and lose focus. Almost genius, but falls asleep at the finish line. 8. Your Monster A woman meets a literal monster who helps her find herself. Mixes horror, comedy, and romance really well. Melissa Barrera is amazing. But the ending twist is weird and disappointing. It changes the whole story in a not-fun way. Great mix of genres, just wish it ended better. 9. Don't Move A woman is paralyzed slowly after being attacked. Super tense in the beginning and acting from Kelsey Asbille and Finn Wittrock, but they stretched the story too long. Plot twists feel fake just to keep it going. 'Don't Move' could have made a better short film. 10. Borderline A pop star is stalked by a crazy fan in the '90s. Ray Nicholson is wild and amazing as the villain. Alba Baptista also shines in a twisted role, but Samara's role feels too basic. The movie doesn't show enough '90s vibes despite the setting. Fun and weird, but not fully developed. FAQs Q1. Suggest a horror movie with no dialogue? Azrael is set in a silent world and has no talking at all. Q2. Are these new horror movies worth watching? Yes, many are fun and creative, but some have weak or silly endings.
USA Today
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
From 'Black Bag' to 'Nonnas,' 10 movies you need to stream right now
From 'Black Bag' to 'Nonnas,' 10 movies you need to stream right now Show Caption Hide Caption 'Heart Eyes': Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding run afoul of a killer Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding star as co-workers mistaken for a couple by a masked serial killer on Valentine's Day in slasher rom-com "Heart Eyes." Love movies? Live for TV? USA TODAY's Watch Party newsletter has all the best recommendations, delivered right to your inbox. Sign up now and be one of the cool kids. Streaming movie fans are eating well this month. And we're not just talking about the scrumptious-looking Italian vittles cooked up in "Nonnas," a perfect movie for Mother's Day weekend. The Vince Vaughn Netflix dramedy leads a bunch of new flicks in May that have arrived on your favorite streaming services, from Hulu and Amazon's Prime Video to Peacock and Max. There are theatrical releases finally coming home, including a romantic slasher and a Ke Huy Quan action comedy, if you like to celebrate Valentine's Day all year round. Don't sleep on the original fare, though, such as an Anna Kendrick/Blake Lively sequel and a teen sex comedy starring "Saturday Night Live" regular Chloe Fineman. Here are 10 notable new movies you can stream right now: 'Adult Best Friends' Director Delaney Buffett co-writes and co-stars with Katie Corwin in the indie comedy about two childhood best friends who have their codependence tested. When one gets engaged to her masseuse boyfriend (Mason Gooding), she plans on springing the news on the other during a nostalgic beach trip that goes cringingly off the rails. Where to watch: Max 'Another Simple Favor' In Paul Feig's dark comedy mystery sequel, crime-solving mommy vlogger Stephanie (Anna Kendrick) is shocked when fresh-out-of-jail frenemy Emily (Blake Lively) invites her to be maid of honor at her wedding in Capri. Assorted shenanigans ensue involving Italian mob families, shady relatives, bloody murders and cold martinis. Where to watch: Prime Video 'Black Bag' Steven Soderbergh's whodunit twist on the spy thriller is a bit of a must-see. Michael Fassbender plays a British intelligence officer tasked with finding who leaked a top-secret software program and betrayed their country, and the list of five potentially traitorous suspects includes his own high-profile wife (Cate Blanchett). Where to watch: Peacock 'The Damned' In the freaky psychological horror tale, a 19th-century widow (Odessa Young) heads up a remote fishing village in the Arctic. Her crew comes across a shipwreck and morally wrestles with saving the survivors or leaving them to die and conserve their own depleting supplies, and a dark folkloric creature rises in the aftermath. Where to watch: Hulu 'The End' Need something strange? How about an ambitious post-apocalyptic musical? Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon play the mom and dad of a wealthy family holed up in a posh bunker in a salt mine, George MacKay plays their son who yearns to know about the inhospitable outside world, and Moses Ingram is the stranger who changes everything. Where to watch: Hulu 'Heart Eyes' The horror rom-com juggles the many tropes of both its genres, but this gory slasher romp also boasts an impressive mean streak, entertaining leads and an excellent hook. A masked psycho hits up a new big city to gut couples every Valentine's Day, and this time targets Seattle co-workers (Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding) mistaken for lovers. Where to watch: Netflix 'Love Hurts' Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan snags his first leading role in the action comedy. He plays a good-natured realtor and ex-hitman whose past comes flying back in his face – as do a lot of punches – when the lawyer (Ariana DeBose) he was supposed to kill years ago returns to town. (He also harbors strong feelings for her, though she doesn't know it.) Where to watch: Peacock 'Nickel Boys' Director RaMell Ross' innovative, Oscar-nominated drama tells its riveting tale from the first-person vantage of its two young protagonists. In 1960s Jim Crow Florida, Black teenager Elwood (Ethan Herisse) is unjustly convicted of car theft and sent to reform school, where he faces abuse and corruption alongside a fellow student (Brandon Wilson). Where to watch: Prime Video 'Nonnas' Vince Vaughn trades the broad comedy for something sweeter and more heartfelt with this dramedy, based on a true story. He stars as a Brooklyn MTA worker who, after the death of his beloved mom, uses the life insurance money to open a restaurant in her honor where the chefs are Italian grandmas who can cook like a kitchen on fire. Where to watch: Netflix 'Summer of 69' In Jillian Bell's directorial debut, high school senior Abby (Sam Morelos) finds out that her crush (Matt Cornett) prefers a certain sexual position. To master it – even though she's totally inexperienced – Abby enlists exotic dancer Santa Monica (Chloe Fineman) to be her "sexual fairy godmother" in the coming-of-age comedy. Where to watch: Hulu
Metro
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
‘Terrifyingly good' 2025 horror movie is finally coming to Netflix very soon
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video One of the best horror movies of the year is finally coming to Netflix very soon, just in time to terrify us all over again. Heart Eyes hit the big screen in February, just in time for Valentine's Day, with Mason Gooding, Olivia Holt, Devon Sawa and Jordana Brewster in the star-studded cast. The slasher, directed by Josh Ruben, followed singleton Ally as she is forced to team up with freelancer Jay (Mason), in a bid to fix an ill-timed marketing campaign. Unfortunately, the mysterious Heart Eyes Killer mistakes them for a couple and sets about trying to bring their 'romance' to a brutal, untimely end. There is good news as the flick will be landing on Netflix in the UK on May 8, and on the US version of the platform from May 7. Heart Eyes earned rave reviews when it premiered, and currently commands a critics score of 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, compared to an audience rating of 77%. User Horror Fan 4 raved: 'This was funny and terrifyingly good at the same time. The kills were fantastic and the big reveal at the end a little predictable but still a great addition to the Valentine's Day collection.' 'I really enjoyed this movie, Tamara W wrote. 'It was a nice take on a horror-comedy storyline. The acting was good and the plot twist was unexpected. Definitely recommend for a classic Valentine slasher film! 'Heart Eyes was a blast. They blended horror and humor quite well, which brings back what we used to love about slasher films in the past,' Joey R agreed. 'The excitement of the horror of this one is a good birth of a new horror icon.' As Kenna S added: 'This movie was amazing! It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time! I did not expect the twist in the end! 'This may become the next Scream, can't wait to see if there will be another one!!!' More Trending The film's official synopsis reads: 'For the past several years, the Heart Eyes Killer has wreaked havoc on Valentine's Day by stalking and murdering romantic couples. This Valentine's Day, no couple is safe…' Mason, who earned his horror stripes in the Scream franchise, previously touched on the future of Heart Eyes, and whether we could see the killer strike again. He told Entertainment Weekly: 'I hope so. That's the goal. 'That'd be fun. [Would] love to do it again. Any opportunity to work with Olivia is one I'm going to take 10 times out of 10. Josh, as well.' 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: The White Lotus' Lisa sparks outrage over 'disrespectful' detail on Met Gala outfit MORE: Fans outraged as Met Gala hosts don't recognise 'most famous man in the world' MORE: Zendaya's iconic reaction to Diana Ross 'upstaging' her on Met Gala red carpet
Forbes
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
7 Exciting New Movies Coming To Netflix In May 2025
A masked killer haunts couples on Valentine's Day in the 2025 horror film 'Heart Eyes.' One thing I always appreciate about Netflix is the sheer variety of new movies we get each month. From time-traveling horror to incisive documentary to family-friendly comedy, each month brings a fresh slate with offerings for every kind of movie taste. And May 2025 is no exception. This month features films from the three aforementioned categories, and stars major actors like Ariana Greenblatt, Vince Vaughn, Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding and Susan Sarandon. The lineup features a continuation of one of Netflix's most enrapturing documentary series, as well as what has arguably been the most-talked-about movie thus far of the 2025 movie season. So, yeah, it's a packed month. What movies should you watch out for this month? Below, I've detailed everything you need to know about seven different movies, including plot descriptions, trailers, release dates and why you should watch them. Then at the bottom of the article, you can find a full breakdown of every single movie hitting Netflix in May 2025. Happy watching! The first quarter of each year is traditionally the worst for movies. Often, it's when studios dump films they believe won't perform well with critics. But hidden amongst the rubble, there always seems to be movie gems - and 2025 was no different. This year, Heart Eyes was the film to capture the zeitgeist at just the right moment, and now it's going to be available on Netflix. This genre-bending horror-romance centers on a cynical advertising designer named Ally (Olivia Holt), who is recovering from a recent breakup, and a charming consultant named Jay (Mason Gooding), who partners with Ally to design a Valentine's Day campaign. But things take a perilous turn when the 'Heart Eyes Killer,' who targets a different couple each season, mistakes them for boyfriend and girlfriend. This twist-filled narrative is a great entertainment, with the masked killer's true identity a focal point of the endless surprises. Director Josh Ruben hit a home run with his tonally balanced approach (it's as much a horror film as it is a love story), leading to a $32.9 million box office run and a 81% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Heart Eyes will be available to stream on Netflix starting May 8, 2025. The Netflix UNTOLD sports documentary series, now in its fifth year, returns this month with three new installments. Where past entries have documented high-profile sports scandals, such as football player Manti Te'o's online relationship with a made up woman or the rise and fall of the AND1's sportswear line, this season focuses on three new stories that captivated headlines and made lasting impacts. The first, UNTOLD: Shooting Guards, revisits the infamous 2009 incident involving NBA teammates Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton of the Washington Wizards. The second, UNTOLD: The Liver King, details the story of Brian Johnson, aka the "Liver King," who built a massive online following by promoting an "ancestral lifestyle" that included consuming raw meats and intense workouts. And in the third documentary, UNTOLD: The Fall of Favre, NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre's illustrious career is examined through the lens of his many off-field controversies. All three stories involve scandalous behavior, such as Arenas and Crittenton bringing firearms to games, the fact that Johnson was using steroids and Favre's alleged involvement in misappropriating Mississippi welfare funds. The three documentaries in the UNTOLD series will be available to stream on Netflix on May 6 (Shooting Guards), May 13 (The Liver King), and May 20 (The Fall of Favre). Speaking of Netflix movie series, there's a surprise fourth entry into a horror franchise that I didn't realize was going to happen until I looked at the streaming schedule this month. The Fear Street series, based upon the R. L. Stine franchise of the same name, revolved around teenagers who would travel through time to break curses that loomed over their towns. The first three movies all came out in 2021, and involved three distinct years for their settings: 1994, 1978 and 1666. But unlike those previous films, which strayed from the source material quite a bit, the latest entry, Prom Queen, is a direct adaptation of Stine's 1992 novel, and plunges us into '80s nostalgia for its standalone story that doesn't require you to watch the other films in the franchise. Set in 1988, this horror flick from director Matt Palmer returns to the cursed town of Shadyside, where prom season at Shadyside High is underway. While the school's popular clique competes for Prom Queen, the presence an unexpected outsider, Lori (India Fowler), turns the competition into a deadly affair. In addition to Fowler, the film features a talented ensemble cast, including Suzanna Son, Ariana Greenblatt, Fina Strazza, David Iacono, Ella Rubin, Chris Klein, Lili Taylor and Katherine Waterston. Fear Street: Prom Queen will be available to stream on Netflix starting May 23, 2025. Mixed within the rather grim and bloody selection this month on Netflix, there lies a heartwarming comedy about one of my absolute favorite subjects: cooking. I love movies about food, from Big Night to Tampopo to Ratatouille, and a new one always gets me excited - especially a film that focuses on the importance of family traditions in dishes and how matriarchs pass down their cultural legacies. And that is certainly the case with Nonnas, a film that aims to offer an authentic portrayal of cultural preservation of cuisine via the real-life establishment of Enoteca Maria. Directee by Stephen Chbosky (who gave us The Perks of Being a Wallflower) and written by Liz Maccie, this movie tells the true story of Staten Island native Joe Caravella (Vince Vaughn), who seeks to honor his recently deceased mother's memory by opening an Italian restaurant staffed entirely by grandmothers (aka 'nonnas'). Featuring performances by Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, Linda Cardellini, Drea de Matteo and Joe Manganiello, Nonnas showcases actual recipes from Enoteca Maria and hits Netflix just in time for Mother's Day. Nonnas will be available to stream on Netflix starting May 9, 2025. This is, admittedly, an indulgent pick. Because the more chances I have to spread the word about the wonder of Greta Garbo? The better. As stars of classic Hollywood cinema fade further and further into the recesses of moviegoers' minds, we forget some of the most incredible stories to ever captivate the industry, as well as some of the most entrancing performances film has ever seen - and nobody commanded the screen like Garbo. That's why Garbo: Where Did You Go? is such an important documentary, as it goes beyond the myth of the reclusive star and offers an intimate portrait of the actress through previously unseen archival footage, over 200 unpublished personal letters and stylized re-enactments of key moments in her life. Directed by Lorna Turner and narrated by actress Noomi Rapace, the documentary explores Garbo's journey from her impoverished beginnings in Stockholm to her rise as a cinematic legend, starring in classics such as Ninotchka, Camille and Queen Christina. Tucker aimed to portray Garbo not just as an icon but as a complex individual, stating, "I want to make sure that people can see that these gods that we create are terribly human." Garbo: Where Did You Go? will be available to stream on Netflix starting May 14, 2025.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Heart Eyes OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding's rom-com horror film online
Heart Eyes OTT Release Date: Love, laughter… and murder? That's the twist this film brings to the screen - a Valentine's Day-themed rom-com with a sharp, slasher edge. After a theatrical release in February 2025 and a digital rollout in March, this quirky horror-romance is finally heading to a mega screening. Mark your calendars, Heart Eyes will be available to stream on Netflix starting May 8, 2025. A killer twist on love Directed by Josh Ruben (Scare Me, Werewolves Within), Heart Eyes turns the typical romantic comedy on its head by adding a serial killer into the mix. Set around Valentine's Day, the story follows the rise of a masked murderer known as the Heart Eyes Killer, who has been haunting the holiday for years by stalking and killing romantic couples. This year, the horror continues… but not without a dose of romance and charm. At the centre of the chaos are Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding, who play an unlikely couple thrown together by fate and fear. What starts as a chance romantic spark quickly turns into a wild survival ride as they try to stay alive and, maybe, fall in love in the process. This film brings together a solid cast including Olivia Holt (Cruel Summer, Kickin' It), Mason Gooding (Scream VI, Love, Victor), Gigi Zumbado, Jordana Brewster, and Devon Sawa, among others. Some reports suggest that Netflix streaming will be available only in the US, and if that happens, regions in Asia will get the film around May/June 2025, while other countries may have to wait up to a year or more. Box office and reception While Heart Eyes didn't break records at the box office, it did quite well considering its $18 million budget, earning $33 million worldwide. What really helped the movie shine was word of mouth and strong critical reception. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a critic score of 81% and an audience score of 77%—a clear sign that both horror fans and rom-com lovers found something to enjoy. Over on IMDb, it sits at a 6.1/10, reflecting mixed but mostly positive reactions. Critics appreciated how the film embraced both genres without taking itself too seriously. As one reviewer put it: 'It's a rom-com that knows it's fighting for attention—and it wins by having fun with itself.'
