JOKER ! JOKER ! JOKER !
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his October is a bit unusual , with fewer Halloween horror releases in theaters and more on VOD and streaming . As the industry remains in flux , and despite the genre ' s rise in popularity , many studios have opted to use streaming for perceived ease of accessibility . There is an excellent selection of scary and suspenseful movies and a couple of long-awaited blockbusters
By Lori Vernon
Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in Joker : Folie à Deux
to celebrate the season . Here are some top films for your viewing pleasure .
Apartment 7 A
Directed by Natalie Erika James Rated R • September 27 - Paramount +
In this prequel to Roman Polanski ’ s 1968 horror classic , Rosemary ' s Baby , Julia Garner plays ambitious young dancer Terry Gionoffrio , who dreams
of fame and fortune in New York City . After suffering a devastating injury , an older , wealthy couple ( Dianne Wiest / Kevin McNally ) welcomes her into their home in the luxury apartment building The Bramford . When an influential Broadway producer ( Jim Sturgess ) offers her another chance at fame , all her dreams are finally coming true . However , after an evening she can ’ t fully remember , disturbing circumstances soon have her second-guessing the sacrifices she ’ s willing to make for her career as she realizes that something evil is living not only in Apartment 7A but in The Bramford itself .
Salem ’ s Lot
Directed by Gary Dauberman RatedR • October 3 - MAX
Author Ben Mears returns to his childhood home of Jerusalem ’ s Lot only to discover that his hometown is being preyed upon by a bloodthirsty vampire in this movie version of Stephen King ' s classic horror tale .
Joker : Folie à Deux
Directed by Todd Phillips RatedR • October4-InTheaters
This much-anticipated sequel stars Joaquin Phoenix in his Oscar-winning dual role as Arthur Fleck / Joker opposite Lady Gaga . When last we saw Arthur Fleck , he was institutionalized at Arkham , awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker . While struggling with his dual identity , Arthur not only stumbles upon true love but also finds the music that ' s always been inside him .
Piece by Piece
Directed by Morgan Neville • Rated PG October 11 - In Theaters
Aunique cinematic experience invites audiences on a vibrant journey through the life of cultural icon Pharrell Williams . Told through the lens of LEGO ® animation , turn up the volume on your imagination and witness the evolution of one of music ' s most innovative minds . Starring Pharrell Williams , Gwen Stefani , Kendrick Lamar , Timbaland , Justin Timberlake , Busta Rhymes , Jay-Z , and Snoop Dogg .
Saturday Night
Directed by Jason Reitman • Rated R October 11 - In Theaters
At 11:30 pm on October 11 , 1975 , a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television – and culture – forever . Saturday Night is based on the true story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live . Full of humor , chaos , and the magic of a revolution that almost wasn ’ t , we count down the minutes in real time until we hear those famous words …
Terrifier 3
Directed by Damien Leone Rated R • October 11 - In Theaters
After survivingArt the Clown ' s Halloween massacre , Sienna ( Lauren LaVery ) and her brother struggle to rebuild their shattered lives . As the holiday season approaches , they try to embrace the Christmas spirit and leave the horrors of the past
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