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Trap hits theaters this week, 11 other horror movies coming out the last week of July

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Trap hits theaters this week, 11 other horror movies coming out the last week of July

As a long-time fan of the Unsolved Mysteries franchise, I am absolutely thrilled that the show is returning with five new mysteries this week. Having grown up watching these captivating and eerie episodes, it brings back fond memories of staying up late on weeknights to catch the latest unsolved cases. The fact that all episodes will be released simultaneously this time around only adds to the excitement!

July is nearly over with a number of fresh offerings up for grabs. Many of these will be accessible for purchase on demand starting from this week. Noteworthy premieres include Josh Hartnett featuring in M. Night Shyamalan’s new film, “Trap,” which opens in theaters on August 2. Other intriguing releases to keep an eye out for include Netflix’s docuseries “Unsolved Mysteries,” the young adult thriller “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,” and the director’s cuts of Zack Snyder’s “Rebel Moon” movies.

As a passionate collector of physical media, I’m excited to share that two intriguing titles will be added to my collection this week. The chilling creature feature “Sting” and the prequel to the classic horror film “The Omen,” titled “The First Omen,” will both become available on DVD and Blu-ray starting Tuesday, July 30.

The Abandon (VOD, Jul. 30)

1. In the newest Lionsgate production that falls under sci-fi horror genre, Jonathan Rosenthal from “Alone” plays a soldier who’s been wounded and wakes up inside an enigmatic cube, equipped only with his military gear. A cryptic fellow prisoner on the other end of a satellite phone serves as his last bastion of sanity. As they join forces, these prisoners aim to outwit their unidentified captors in order to break free.

Pale Horse (VOD, Jul. 30)

1. A creative individual converts the basement of an art gallery into a private workspace, abiding by two stringent conditions: only visually impaired helpers are allowed, and no one is permitted during his creative sessions. His ambition for recognition leads him down a mysterious, enigmatic path. Pale Horse, directed by the late Singaporean filmmaker Pearry Reginald Teo, serves as one of his last films, released posthumously in March 2023.

A Quiet Place: Day One (PVOD, Jul. 30)

1. If you didn’t catch the theater release of the prequel movie “A Quiet Place: Day One,” don’t worry! You’ll soon have the chance to watch it at home. The film, set on the initial day of an alien invasion, features Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn as survivors evading and outsmarting terrifying extraterrestrial creatures that track their prey through sound. During its premium VOD window, you can buy “A Quiet Place: Day One” digitally for $24.99 or rent it for $19.99.

Unsolved Mysteries vol. 4 (Netflix, Jul. 31)

The popular show “Unsolved Mysteries” is back with five intriguing new stories that are sure to leave you puzzled. These tales encompass reported encounters with strange creatures, baffling historical cold cases, and other unexplained phenomena. In contrast to past seasons, this time around all episodes will be made available at once for your viewing pleasure.

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (Netflix, Aug. 1)

According to Holly Jackson’s popular young adult novel trilogy titled “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,” the show adaptation follows Emma Myers, known for her role as Wednesday in another series, as she plays a determined teenage sleuth investigating the five-year-old murder of a high school student. The six-episode mystery series, which previously aired in the UK, will be available to US viewers for the first time this week.

Tarot (Netflix, Aug. 1)

Starting this coming Thursday, the Sony horror film, initially released in cinemas last May, will be available for streaming. Titled “Tarot“, this movie is rated PG-13 and offers an entertaining take on the teen horror genre. The plot revolves around a group of college students who encounter mysterious deaths after using an enigmatic Tarot card deck for fortune telling.

Trap (Theaters, Aug. 2)

M. Night Shyamalan referred to this film as raising the query, “What if The Silence of the Lambs took place at a Taylor Swift concert?” In Trap, Josh Hartnett portrays a serial killer who unwittingly strolls into a police trap while escorting his daughter to a music event.

Rebel Moon: Director’s Cuts (Netflix, Aug. 2)

As a lifelong fan of Zack Snyder’s work, I am beyond excited for this week! As someone who has followed his career since the early days of “300” and “Watchmen,” I have eagerly anticipated every new project he takes on. The prospect of seeing his extended, R-rated cuts of “Rebel Moon” is a dream come true. Having grown up watching science fiction epics like “Star Wars” and “Battlestar Galactica,” I can only imagine how breathtaking this space opera saga will be in its full, unabridged form. The fact that these new versions will reportedly be more violent and sensual than their PG-13 counterparts only adds to the allure. As a fan who values authenticity and depth in storytelling, I can’t wait to see how Snyder’s vision unfolds in its entirety. Friday simply can’t come soon enough!

MaXXXine (PVOD, Aug. 2)

As a long-time horror movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that another chilling addition to the genre is set to make its Premium Video On Demand (PVOD) debut this week. Having had the pleasure of following Ti West’s chilling horror trilogy featuring Mia Goth’s stellar performances, I can hardly contain my excitement for the third installment.

#AMFAD: All My Friends Are Dead (VOD, Aug. 2)

A band of companions reserve an Airbnb as their base for a music festival-related weekend of festivities, only to encounter a masked assassin who systematically eliminates them one at a time. This film appears to be an entertaining slasher flick, with Marcus Dunstan, the director renowned for his work on the The Collector movies, being in charge, so it’s reasonable to anticipate some thrilling deaths.

Doctor Jekyll (VOD, Aug. 2)

As a long-time fan of gothic horror and Robert Louis Stevenson’s works, I am thrilled to finally see the American debut of the film adaptation of “Dr. Jekyll,” which premiered at last year’s FrightFest. Having grown up with the classic tale and its numerous adaptations, I have always been captivated by the complexities of Dr. Jekyll’s character and his struggle with good and evil.

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2024-07-29 22:25

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