"Lights Out" Lights Up Worldwide Box-Office at Over $100-M, P91-M in PH‏

“Lights Out,” the acclaimed horror hit teaming first-time feature director David F. Sandberg and producer James Wan, has surpassed the $100 million mark, it was announced today by Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President, Worldwide Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The modestly budgeted film clicked with audiences in its July 22nd North American debut, posting a strong opening weekend and holding its momentum for a current U.S. gross of $63.1 million. This, combined with an estimated cumulative international return of $41.7 million, brings its global box office total to more than $100 million to date, with openings still ahead in Europe and Asia.

REEL DEAL: Lights Out REVIEW

The Scarefest is not yet over this year with the introduction of the Horror-Thiller "Lights Out". This movie stars Theresa Palmer, Gabriel Bateman, and Maria Bello. Based from the title, it deals with something scary in the dark. And it already getting under our skin.

Lights Out is surprisingly a low-budgeted film but was able to use its resources well. With many of us already fed up with supernatural concepts, it stands out to be unique yet still pay homage with thrills that actually made people in the cinema jump out of their seats screaming.

The supernatural being here is also something new as it lives in the dark. Day or night it can actually attack the people who is linked to "her" past. It is directed by David F. Sandberg and produced by Lawrence Grey, Eric Heisserer, and James Wan (The Conjuring 2).

Horror Fan Teresa Palmer Relishes Scary Scenes in "Lights Out"

One of the most globally recognized actresses today, Teresa Palmer (“Warm Bodies,” “The Choice,” “Point Break”) now stars in New Line Cinema's horror-thriller “Lights Out,” in Philippine cinemas Thursday, July 21.

When Rebecca (Palmer) left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind. Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn’t real when the lights went out…and now her little brother, Martin, is experiencing the same unexplained and terrifying events that had once tested her sanity and threatened her safety. A frightening entity with a mysterious attachment to their mother, Sophie (Maria Bello), has re-emerged. But this time, as Rebecca gets closer to unlocking the truth, there is no denying that all their lives are in danger…once the lights go out.

James Wan Magnifies Your Fear of the Dark in "Lights Out"

From torches and candles to LEDs. Street lamps, headlights, neon, flares. Since the origin of our existence, humans have sought ways to escape the encroaching shadows and the frightful things they conceal.

“We’re all terrified of the dark,” offers “Lights Out” producer James Wan, master of the horror and thriller genres. “As kids, we were convinced something was hiding in the closet or under the bed, and that stays with us. It’s universal. This movie really plays on that simple concept, and that’s the brilliance and the fun of it.”

Child Actor Gabriel Bateman Braves the Dark in "Lights Out"‏

Chid actor Gabriel Bateman stars as Martin who is dealing with the same malevolent force that drove her older sister from home at 16, in New Line Cinema's “Lights Out,” a tale of an unknown terror that lurks in the dark.

Produced by master of horror, James Wan, “Lights Out” opens in Philippine cinemas Thursday, July 21.

When Rebecca (Teresa Palmer) left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind. Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn’t real when the lights went out…and now her little brother, Martin, is experiencing the same unexplained and terrifying events that had once tested her sanity and threatened her safety. A frightening entity with a mysterious attachment to their mother, Sophie (Maria Bello), has re-emerged. But this time, as Rebecca gets closer to unlocking the truth, there is no denying that all their lives are in danger…once the lights go out.

"Lights Out" - How a New Director Turned His Viral Short Film Into Full-Length Horror Feature‏

Barely two years ago, 35-year-old Swede David F. Sandberg was a debt-ridden wannabe filmmaker who had never held a steady job, let alone made a feature. He had been rejected by the Swedish Film Institute even for a relatively modest shorts investment. He and his wife, Lotta Losten, got by in part on her salary as an employee.

But a short film the couple made in their apartment in Sweden — about a woman who sees a scary supernatural creature only when the lights are out — changed their fortunes. The piece was made for a contest run by the horror website Bloody Disgusting. Less than three minutes long, with no dialogue or budget (Losten played both the woman and the apparition), “Lights Out” unexpectedly went viral via Reddit — nearly a year after they made it.

New "Lights Out" Trailer Sets Up Creepy Story‏

New Line Cinema has just revealed the new trailer for “Lights Out,” featuring the backstory of the haunting entity and more creepy scenes that test your fear of the dark. Watch the trailer here at https://youtu.be/alOdzkVVY98.

From producer James Wan (“The Conjuring”) comes the new horror film “Lights Out,” a tale of an unknown terror that lurks in the dark.

When Rebecca left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind. Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn’t real when the lights went out…and now her little brother, Martin, is experiencing the same unexplained and terrifying events that had once tested her sanity and threatened her safety. A frightening entity with a mysterious attachment to their mother, Sophie, has re-emerged.

Horror Film "Lights Out" Terrifies with First Trailer‏

From producer James Wan (“The Conjuring”) comes the new horror film “Lights Out,” a tale of an unknown terror that lurks in the dark.  Watch the thriller's first trailer at https://youtu.be/_rE5NsXxoFI.

When Rebecca left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind.  Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn’t real when the lights went out…and now her little brother, Martin, is experiencing the same unexplained and terrifying events that had once tested her sanity and threatened her safety.  A frightening entity with a mysterious attachment to their mother, Sophie, has re-emerged. 

But this time, as Rebecca gets closer to unlocking the truth, there is no denying that all their lives are in danger…once the lights go out.

The film stars Teresa Palmer (“Triple 9”) as Rebecca; Gabriel Bateman (“Annabelle”) as Martin; Billy Burke (the “Twilight” franchise) as Martin’s father, Paul; Alexander DiPersia (“Forever”) as Rebecca’s boyfriend, Bret; and Maria Bello (“Prisoners”) as Sophie.