Viggo Mortensen’s ’80s Horror Movie ‘Prison’ Deserves a Reappraisal

A significant number of well-known and respected Hollywood actors started their careers in less prestigious horror films before they became widely recognized. One such actor who flew under the radar is Viggo Mortensen, who made his debut in the 1987 movie “Prison.” Over a decade prior to gaining global fame as Aragorn in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy and receiving an Oscar nomination, Mortensen played a modest but heroic convict in a prison haunted by a vengeful spirit. Despite garnering only a 40% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this film merits another look, as it offers genuine jump-scares, a tense atmosphere, and even some unsettling social commentary that remains relevant today.

The 15 Longest-Running Reality Shows Of All Time

Many long-lasting television series have been reality shows, either structured or unscripted, featuring competitions or not. It appears that a powerful formula for reality TV is nearly endless. A reality show that strikes gold early and plays its hand correctly can continue for numerous years, eventually becoming deeply ingrained in popular culture and an essential part of the entertainment world – something that millions upon millions of viewers will consistently watch every year, as long as they receive the familiar goods.

No Entry 2: Boney Kapoor reveals why OG cast including Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, and Fardeen Khan is not part of sequel; shares release date

In the early 2000s, “No Entry” was a hugely popular comedy movie that had fans going wild. When news of its sequel broke, excitement reached fever pitch. However, some fans were left disheartened when they learned that the original cast members like Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, and Esha Deol would not be returning, as they’ve chosen to pass on the project. Boney Kapoor, the film’s producer, explained that this was due to personal reasons. To add to the anticipation, he also announced that “No Entry 2” will hit theatres during Diwali in 2025.