Osgood Perkins Explores Grief and Comedy in Stephen King's 'The Monkey'

The filmmaker reflects on personal tragedy, his father's legacy, and his unique approach to horror-comedy in his latest adaptation.

Osgood Perkins' new film, 'The Monkey,' adapts Stephen King's story into a macabre horror-comedy centered on a cursed toy monkey.
The film marks a tonal shift for Perkins, blending gruesome violence with dark humor, a departure from the somber tone of his previous work, 'Longlegs.'
Perkins connects the film's themes of unexpected tragedy to his own life experiences, including the deaths of his parents, actor Anthony Perkins and Berry Berenson.
The director's approach to horror is deeply personal and often autobiographical, drawing on his family's history and his relationship with his late father.
Critics and audiences are reacting strongly to the film's blend of over-the-top gore and surreal comedy, with its most shocking scenes leaving a lasting impression.