20 Young Hunks of Horror Who Need to Make More Horror Films
Jonathan Cherry: Jonathan Cherry hasn’t always signed up for the greatest films (here’s looking at you, House of the Dead), but he has appeared in a few noteworthy features, like Final Destination 2 and the recently released treasure Wolfcop, in which he steals the show as a wise-cracking sidekick. Cherry’s been in the game for well over a decade, and he’s been involved in some memorable work outside of the genre, but horror is where he belongs. He’s a perfect fit for our gruesome brand of entertainment.
David Banks: You may not be too familiar with David Banks, but I assure you that he’s a certified badass. This guy can do it all. What may be more impressive is the fact that he’s proven he can do it all in the confines of a single film. Don’t believe it? Check out Cut!, a super spirited indie that calls for a pretty wide variety of emotions from Banks, who definitely owns the show. I’m chomping at the bit to see more work from this gent, and I’ve got my fingers crossed that he embraces a villainous role. The man was born to terrify, whether he realizes it or not.
Rhys Wakefield: Rhys Wakefield is still just a baby, but being well south of 30 with 18 credits to his name, he’s already proven he’s a perfect fit for the freaky flicks. He was good in +1, but he was damn good in The Purge. His upward trend and consistent improvement as a performer are good signs. His boyish good looks also open the door for some deceptive roles, which are always welcomed. We’ve got to see this guy embrace the bad guy role more. He’s good when he’s out to kill the innocent, as terrible as that sounds.
Brendan Fletcher: Now here’s a guy who’s been around for ages, lending his talents to a number of compelling genre pieces. He looked like the lone polished performer in Freddy vs. Jason; he was the only good thing about Leprechaun: Origins; he owned Rampage, Uwe Boll’s only decent film; and he proved his worth in more than one Ginger Snaps flick. Those are just a few of his memorable roles. The truth is, if Fletcher continues to invest his time working in horror, he could eventually become a modern day Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee or Vincent Price. He may not boast the physical presence of the aforementioned legends, but technically he’s up to par and is extremely dedicated and likable. We’re rooting for Fletcher and hoping he continues his assault on horror.
Anthony Bravo: A complete unknown, Anthony Bravo has a special gift that he’s able to apply to his trade. He proved that time and again in the extremely underrated Shock Value, which just so happens to be one of last year’s strongest indie efforts. Bravo’s performance is genuinely jarring, and if he can deliver with the same intensity in the future, he’s going to be a star. He’s already a star in these eyes; I’m just holding out hope that the horror genre calls to the man on a regular basis.
