Abigail

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'Abigail' Takes a Bite at the Box Office: A Balletic Horror Comedy Delight

Abigail - Alisha Weir - Angus Cloud - Ballet - Box Office - Dan Stevens - Dracula - Horror Comedy - Kathryn Newton - Matt Bettinelli-Olpin - Radio Silence - Tyler Gillett - Vampire

Sink your teeth into the thrilling tale of 'Abigail,' a vampire ballerina making waves at the box office with its unique blend of gore and ballet performances! 🩰🧛‍♀️ #Abigail #VampireBallerina

The new film 'Abigail' is set to captivate audiences with its intriguing premise of a ballerina vampire, daughter of Dracula, rising to the top of the box office charts. Directed by Radio Silence, this blood-sucking thriller promises a perfect mix of horror and comedy, showcasing the talents of stars like Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton, and Alisha Weir. As 'Abigail' takes on 'Civil War' in a $12 million debut, fans can expect a cinematic experience like never before, enticing them with a symphony of gore and balletic grace.

Radio Silence, the masterminds behind 'Abigail,' drew inspiration from classics like 'The Breakfast Club' to craft a genre-hopping vampire flick that pushes the boundaries of storytelling. With a cast praised for their performances, including the late actor Angus Cloud, the film promises a captivating journey into the world of vampires and kidnappers. As the directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett showcase their maximalist style in this blood-soaked spectacle, 'Abigail' emerges as a must-watch for horror enthusiasts seeking a fresh take on the supernatural genre.

Weekend previews hint at 'Abigail' pacing to outgun Henry Cavill for the top spot, setting the stage for a showdown at the box office. With the filmmakers aiming to out-gore 'The Shining' and create a hauntingly memorable experience, fans are in for a rollercoaster ride of terror and suspense. As the buzz around the film grows, 'Abigail' stands as a testament to the creative vision of Radio Silence and the stellar performances of its cast, promising a thrilling escape into the world of vampires and ballet. 🌟

Interesting Fact: Alisha Weir, known for her role in Matilda: The Musical, undergoes a chilling transformation in 'Abigail' from an innocent lead to a murderous character, showcasing her versatile acting skills. Another Interesting Fact: Radio Silence aimed to create a modern twist on 'Dracula's Daughter' with 'Abigail,' offering audiences a fresh perspective on the iconic vampire lore and a unique blend of horror and comedy.

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Box Office: 'Abigail' to Take on 'Civil War' With $12 Million Debut (Variety)

“Abigail,” a blood-sucking thriller about the daughter of Dracula, arguably the most famous vampire in history, is poised to lead at the domestic box office.

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'Abigail' Review: This Ballerina Vampire Has the Perfect Bite | The ... (The Mary Sue)

The new film 'Abigail' brings horror comedy to life in a perfect blend of gore and ballet performances from Radio Silence.

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From Matilda to Abigail, Alisha Weir's terrifying transformation into ... (Yahoo Movies UK)

Alisha Weir played the adorable lead in Matilda: The Musical, now she returns to our screens in a role that couldn't be more different: as a murderous ...

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Box office preview: Abigail takes on Civil War (Goldderby)

The filmmakers reunite with Melissa Barrera from their "Scream" films, who is joined by Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton and more.

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Dan Stevens on Abigail: "We exhausted Ireland of its supply of ... (Radio Times)

The actor talks exclusively to RadioTimes.com about his role in the new vampire flick.

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Abigail Directors on How The Breakfast Club Inspired Their Vampire ... (ComingSoon.net)

Abigail stars Barrera, Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton, William Catlett, Kevin Durand, and Angus Cloud as the kidnappers, while Alisha Weir plays Abigail.

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'Abigail' Filmmakers Radio Silence on Their Genre-Hopping ... (AOL)

The Universal horror movie “Abigail” began as a modern-day twist on “Dracula's Daughter,” but making a film about the legendary vampire's blood-sucking ...

Abigail star Dan Stevens explains why he's drawn to horror movies (digitalspy.com)

Dan Stevens explained in an exclusive Digital Spy interview why he's drawn to horror movies ahead of the release of his new horror film Abigail.

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Abigail's directors share how they hoped to out-gore The Shining's ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Abigail, the new vampire movie from Scream reboot directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, takes movie gore to another level.

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Angus Cloud's Abigail Directors Praise Late Actor's 'Natural and ... (PEOPLE.com)

The two directors behind the new horror film 'Abigail' praised the late Angus Cloud's performance in the new movie to 'Variety.' "There's not a false moment ...

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Angus Cloud's Final Performance In 'Abigail' Is Receiving Endless ... (HitFix)

Abigail is the upcoming horror/slasher/babysitting movie that follows a team of thieves who hold a little ballerina hostage in the hopes of getting some ...

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'Abigail' Filmmakers Radio Silence on Their Genre-Hopping ... (Yahoo Movies Canada)

The Universal horror movie “Abigail” began as a modern-day twist on “Dracula's Daughter,” but making a film about the legendary vampire's blood-sucking ...

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Weekend Preview: ABIGAIL Pacing to Outgun Henry Cavill for #1 ... (Film Journal)

This weekend sees three new openers all vying for the top spot at the box office, including a horror flick, an action movie from a major director, ...

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Radio Silence brings maximalist style to vampire flick 'Abigail' (Waterbury Republican American)

The filmmaking team known as Radio Silence, made up of directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and producer Chad Villella, struck black (comedy) ...

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'Abigail' Puts 'Scream' Producers to the Test (Variety)

Horror continues to perform well at theaters, but no genre is immune to the ups and downs of the marketplace.

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Melissa Barrera Is Stepping Into Her Scream Queen Power With ... (Refinery29)

Abigail is “a perfect gateway movie into the horror genre,” according to its star Melissa Barrera. And she should know — she's become the reigning queen of ...

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'Abigail': Directing duo Radio Silence talk bloody details of this new ... (Metro US)

'Abigail' is the latest feature from the directing duo Radio Silence (who also were behind the latest 'Scream' installments) aka Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and ...

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Exclusive: Abigail star Dan Stevens on why he's drawn to horror ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Dan Stevens explained in an exclusive Digital Spy interview why he's drawn to horror movies ahead of the release of his new horror film Abigail.

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'Abigail' — Melissa Barrera Breaks Down Her Character in New ... (Collider.com)

Melissa Barrera joins an all-star cast in Abigail as a mother and medic caught in a vampire kidnapping scheme. · Radio Silence directors bring their horror ...

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New Vampire Movie Abigail Continues Rotten Tomatoes Trend For ... (Screen Rant)

The new Universal vampire horror movie Abigail starring Melissa Barrera and Dan Stevens continues a Rotten Tomatoes hot streak for its directors.

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'Abigail' review: Radio Silence brings maximalist style to vampire flick (News-Herald.com)

The filmmaking team known as Radio Silence, made up of directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett and producer Chad Villella, struck black (comedy) ...

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'Abigail' Review: A Brutally Monotonous Genre Mashup (Variety)

A remake of "Dracula's Daughter" is full of grousing kidnappers and blood-vomiting action, little of which is compelling.

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