Netflix’s buzzy new horror movie is a reminder to watch Blumhouse’s mixed-view, $54 million box office hit this year

Under Paris The new horror movie currently buzzing on Netflix is ​​a reminder to watch Blumhouse’s mixed reviews and $54 million box office hit from this year. The horror genre has been perennially popular, with all sorts of original productions thriving thanks to their low budgets and crowd appeal. Under Paris is one of the latest horror movies to find success on the popular streaming platform, and the Netflix film has garnered quite a fanbase. Under Paris It also shares many similarities with the 2024 Blumhouse-produced film that ultimately became a huge hit at the box office.

Horror movies in 2024 Under Paris “The Great Gatsby” is directed by Xavier Gens and is one of his biggest hits so far. The film follows a scientist who must figure out how to stop a shark that is trying to wreak havoc in Paris, and it mainly focuses on the river Seine. Under Paris This is just the latest in a long line of films about shark horror. JawsBut unlike most other movies, Under Paris Actually goodBut it also reminds me of similar films from Blumhouse.

After Netflix’s ‘Under Paris’, watch the 2024 horror film ‘Night Swim’

Night swimming has many similarities

Dear Netflix Fans, Under ParisThe next logical movie to watch is a 2024 horror movie. Night SwimDirector: Bryce Maguire Night Swim A family discovers their swimming pool is hauntedA supernatural figure controls the swimming pool and terrorizes a family. The plot may sound a bit silly, but… Night Swim It was a huge success upon its theatrical release, becoming Blumhouse’s biggest hit so far this year.

meanwhile Under Paris and Night Swim Although the plots of the two horror movies are quite different, they actually have a lot in common. They are both water-themed horror movies. Under Paris Focusing on the Seine Night Swim It focuses on a haunted swimming pool, which would make an absolutely terrifying double feature for audiences who are afraid of water. On top of that, both films center around characters trying to learn its rules in order to defeat each of the beings in each film. Under Paris Focus on the shark Night Swim Focus on the supernatural pool.

‘Night Swim’ remains the highest-grossing horror movie of 2024 (despite bad reviews)

Night Swim made $54.1 million

Night Swim It was a fairly mixed movie, but regardless of reviews, it’s still worth seeing. Night Swim It is being touted as one of the highest-grossing horror films of 2024 and will surely find an audience when it hits theaters. Night Swim It grossed $54.1 million on a budget of $15 million, meaning the film was undoubtedly a success. Night Swim This follows the typical pattern of Blumhouse horror films, with the company releasing low-budget films and making a profit despite poor box office takings.

Although the film was a financial success, Night Swim The film was panned, and critics’ reaction to horror films severely damaged the film’s reputation. Night Swim It was almost unanimously hated by critics, so it may have made even more at the box office if the reviews hadn’t been so negative. Night Swim Critics only gave it a 21% rating. It has received the highest rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 43% rating from audiences.

Why are Night Swim’s reviews so negative?

Rotten Tomatoes critic score: 21%

Due to the overwhelmingly negative response Night SwimMany audiences are wondering why the reviews for this film are so negative and are hesitant to see it. Night Swim‘s low rating on Rotten Tomatoes is due to a variety of factors, but one of the biggest is the lack of clarity of the story. Night Swim Isn’t that scary too?This is a cardinal sin in a horror movie.

moreover, Night Swim The premise of a haunted swimming pool is inherently silly, and the film tries as hard as it does to be seriously that it’s simply hard to take seriously. Add to that a poor script, wasted acting talent, and a lack of a satisfying ending, and you have a really good movie. Night Swim It’s a disappointment for many horror fans, Under Paris Maybe you’ll find something you enjoy from these underwater horror hits.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes

Under Paris (2024)

Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a hidden world full of ancient secrets and dark mysteries. A group of intrepid urban explorers attempt to uncover the truth buried in the city’s catacombs, but find themselves faced with one terrifying challenge after another. As they unravel Paris’ mysterious past, they must confront their deepest fears in order to survive.

director

Xavier Jans

release date

June 5, 2024

studio

Full Player, Let Me Be

Writer

Xavier Janss, Yannick Dahan, Maud Heywan

cast

Berenice Bejo, Nasim Rais, Lea Levien, Anaïs Parello, Iñaki Lartigue

runtime

101 min

Main genre

Mystery

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