Black Phone: A disturbing horror film by Scott Derrickson
Released in 2022, the horror film Black phone did not leave viewers indifferent. It must be said that it is by Scott Derrickson, a name that thrill-seekers know well.
He is the brains behind it The Exorcism of Emily Rosebut most of all Leftreleased in 2012, which was acclaimed as one of the most distressing films in the history of cinema. After an escapade in the Marvel universe with Doctor StrangeDerrickson returns to his horror roots Black phone. Produced by Blumhouse, the film tells the nightmare of Finney Shaw, a 13-year-old boy, kidnapped by a sadistic masked killer and closed in a soundproof basement. The story takes an unexpected turn when Finney is confronted with a seemingly malfunctioning phone that begins ringing, linking him to the tormented spirits of the killer’s previous victims.
Ethan Hawke plays the masked killer, delivering a remarkable performance, far from his previous roles. But beyond the pure horror, Black phone and also a reflection of Derrickson’s personal experiences. Growing up in Colorado in the 1970s, he was deeply affected by the crimes of infamous serial killer Ted Bundy.
Through this film, Derrickson tackles themes such as adolescence, loneliness and family bonds, while creating a oppressive and terrifying atmosphere. Having recently arrived on Netflix, it has quickly established itself as one of the most watched films on the platform.
Soon a Black Phone 2? Yes, but on one condition
Black phone was a major success at the box office, grossing more than $160 million for a minimum budget estimated at $18 million. We could therefore expect a sequel to see the light. Scott Derrickson spoke about this possibility (via Comicbook.com), underlining a sine qua non condition : the return of Ethan Hawke. For Derrickson, Hawke is a central element of the franchise, and it is unthinkable to imagine a sequel without his presence:
It’s not a certainty, but if it becomes concrete you’ll be the first to know. I can tell you this: I wouldn’t make a sequel to ‘Black Phone’ without Ethan. I don’t see the point in doing it without him.
He has declared?
If a sequel were to see the light, several paths would be possible. One of those would be to further explore Hawke’s character through a prequel. This new chapter could focus on the character’s murderous beginnings, offering information on the children he kidnapped, who play a crucial role in the first film. This approach would allow us to learn more about his motivations and his past, and above all it would allow us to bring the actor back to life.
Source: Cine Serie
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