Interview with 'Longlegs' Director Osgood Perkins: Exploring the Tragic Ending, Satanic Dolls, and Se7en Inspiration
Entertainment | July 13, 2024, 4:33 p.m.
Director Osgood Perkins' latest film "Longlegs" is creating quite a buzz among horror aficionados for its sinister and dark storyline. Starring Nicolas Cage as a demented serial killer, the movie keeps the audience on their toes with unexpected twists and a pitch-perfect dark ending. FBI agent Lee Harker, played by Maika Monroe, discovers a personal connection to the killer that leads to a shocking revelation about her mother, played by Alicia Witt.
Perkins discusses the creation of the character Longlegs, a creepy entity that interacts with children on their birthdays, leaving a trail of mysterious dolls infused with supernatural powers. The film explores themes of devil worship and uses religious imagery in a playful and intriguing way. The tragic ending, where Longlegs meets his demise, adds a chilling and unexpected twist to this gripping murder mystery.