Mike Flanagan's 'The Life of Chuck': A departure from horror, embracing humanity and beauty

In a surprising turn away from his signature horror themes, filmmaker Mike Flanagan is set to adapt Stephen King's The Life of Chuck into a feature film that explores the depths of humanity and beauty. The movie, originating from King's novella If It Bleeds, tells the reverse biography of Charles Krantz, beginning with his death and concluding with his childhood in a haunted house. Kate Siegel, a star in the upcoming film, emphasised during an interview that The Life of Chuck is not a horror movie but rather a beautiful and amazing exploration of life's moments. Siegel touched on the importance of finding joy amid global challenges, expressing hope that the film will make life more bearable for audiences. The star-studded cast, including Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill, and Jacob Tremblay, further elevates expectations for this departure from Flanagan's usual eerie style.