The Long Walk: Political tension and the arts

The Long Walk: Political tension and the arts

Stephen King’s new, politically charged horror film, “The Long Walk,” opened this month with low ticket sales amid political backlash.

“The Long Walk” Review: Francis Lawrence Hits His Stride

(Emma Schaible/Fourth Estate) Dystopian Stephen King adaptation hits all the right horrific notes BY LOUIS VOLKER, STAFF WRITER I was not expecting to be as impressed by “The Long Walk” as I was. Fresh off the heels of the surprisingly entertaining horror thrillride “Weapons,” Director Francis Lawrence’s new take on Stephen King’s novel is the latest winner in a recent string of strong showings from horror films. “Weapons” thrives off its zany p…