Hellboy: From Big Red to Boogeyman
Hellboy fans, rejoice! The latest poster for “Hellboy: The Crooked Man” has dropped, and it’s packed with all the eerie vibes you’d expect. Jack Kesy steps into the role of our favorite red demon in this spine-chilling fourth installment of the franchise.
The poster delivers a short but potent message: “Witness the beginning of all evil.” It’s concise, ominous, and sets the tone perfectly.
Entering the Crooked Man’s Lair
So, what’s the buzz around “Hellboy: The Crooked Man”? Last year, whispers started circulating about this new direction for Hellboy, and director Brian Taylor has finally spilled some intriguing details. Taylor is aiming for an R-rated folk horror flick that stays true to the gritty essence of the original comics.
Taylor’s vision is all about going dark—really dark. He’s pushing the envelope with an intense, mature interpretation that embraces the eerie and violent elements of the Hellboy universe. “I pitched an R-rated folk-horror movie,” Taylor shared, highlighting his commitment to delivering a no-holds-barred experience that won’t shy away from the macabre.
Midnight Murmurs: A Darker Hellboy Emerges
Taylor also hinted at a grittier portrayal of Hellboy, drawing heavily from Mike Mignola’s original work. This isn’t the Hellboy you remember—this version is younger, meaner, and steeped in the grim folklore of the late 1950s.
“The Crooked Man” stands out as a key story, with its 1950s setting adding an authentic layer of horror. Taylor is eager to explore this era, offering fans a Hellboy that’s lean, mean, and lurking in the world’s darkest corners. As Taylor puts it, “This is our chance to reset the character and introduce a side of Hellboy we haven’t explored before.”
What to Expect in “The Crooked Man”
Set in the 1950s, “Hellboy: The Crooked Man” sees Hellboy team up with a rookie BPRD agent, played by Adeline Rudolph, as they battle the malevolent Crooked Man. Played by Martin Bassindale, this villain is hell-bent on collecting souls for the devil, making him a formidable foe for our heroes.
The film also stars Jefferson White as Tom Ferrel, Leah McNamara as Effie Kolb, and Joseph Marcell as Reverend Watts. This ensemble cast promises to bring depth and intensity to the story.
Mark your calendars—”Hellboy: The Crooked Man” is set to hit theaters on September 27, 2024. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this descent into darkness.
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