Opening Kill Episode 21: Longlegs

If you want to enhance your viewing experience, we highly recommend you check out https://thebirthdaymurders.net/ , then watch the movie! In this chilling episode, Michael and Brian sink their teeth into the 2024 psychological horror film Longlegs. They kick things off by unpacking the eerie plot, centered on an FBI agent drawn into a disturbing serial killer case that blurs the lines between the occult and pure madness. The film weaves a slow-burn narrative with bursts of shocking violence, and the guys are all in on the tension and dread. Acting Breakdown: Michael and Brian give major props to the two leads: Maika Monroe as the emotionally reserved agent, who brings a quiet intensity that pulls the viewer in. And of course, Nicolas Cage, who is unrecognizable and absolutely unhinged as the titular killer. They highlight his performance as one of the most haunting and bizarre of his career—somewhere between mesmerizing and nightmare fuel. The Kills: No Opening Kill episode is complete without breaking down the death scenes. The boys dive into the film's brutal and atmospheric murders, discussing their buildup, execution, and impact on the story. There's a lot of love for how the kills are used not just for shock, but to deepen the psychological horror. Opening Kill Rating: The big question—does Longlegs' opening kill earn the prestigious Butcher Knife, or get demoted to the dreaded Butter Knife? Follow Opening Kill on our social media, to stay up to date on news and fun series we are doing. Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/opening_kill_pod/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/people/Opening-Kill-Pod/61569602580667/ Please subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and consider rating and reviewing! It helps alot! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-kill/id1777172081 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TwRykGUmXkdZqz5VKLKZP?si=e2c78820ad134728 Amazon: https://a.co/d/0BwpWuU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OpeningKillPod Email the show for questions comments or requests! [email protected]