Josh Brolin Praises 'Weapons' as Antidote to Boring Streaming Horror

Josh Brolin stars in the new horror mystery film "Weapons," which he describes as a refreshing antidote to the monotony of much current streaming content. He criticizes the abundance of boring offerings on streaming platforms and praises "Weapons" for pushing the horror genre to the edge of absurdity, blending humor with emotional impact. Directed by Zach Cregger, who gained acclaim for his 2022 film "Barbarian," "Weapons" explores the mysterious disappearance of 17 children in a small town, told from multiple perspectives. Brolin, initially unsure why younger audiences revered Cregger's work, sought insight from his daughter and son-in-law, concluding that Cregger has a keen creative pulse. During production, Brolin challenged the young director to maintain his vision amid a strong crew. Cregger has stated that the film also served as a personal way to process grief, using his characters to engage with those emotions constructively.