A new horror film, The Monkey, has taken the genre by storm with its dark humor and defiance of traditional death tropes. Writer-director Oz Perkins’ latest creation, inspired by Stephen King’s short story, is a wild ride that blends archness with gruesome gory moments. The film’s tone is unapologetic, tackling the idea that there are no rules when it comes to death.
In contrast to Hollywood’s favorite slasher franchises, which have become predictable, The Monkey takes an unexpected turn from its initial premise. A vintage wind-up doll serving as a creepy monkey toy sets off a chain reaction of deaths, but Perkins quickly discards this formula in favor of something more surprising. With its unsettling takeaway and macabre sense of humor, The Monkey is sure to leave audiences entertained and unsettled.
Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2025/02/the-monkey-movie-review/681787