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The legendary partners of ‘Scream’ movie, Matthew Lillard and Skeet Ulrich, have once again mesmerized their fans with their magnetic chemistry nearly three decades post their horror flick debut. The actors’ playful interaction was recorded, and the video is now available for the public showcasing the cast mickeying and hugging each other, thus viewers ended up having a nostalgic trip and humorous indoor commentary through the internet. The unexpected infernal pairing that energized the sequel has become one of the hottest topics since it has beautifully merged two horror generations.
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The movie is loaded with real and spontaneous merriment. In one of the scenes, Skeet Ulrich tries to describe Matthew Lillard as “one of the most amazing enemies” before the audience has a good laugh at him introducing him as: “He is basically mean to me most of the time, but since you guys are here, he is nice.” Lillard responds not with words but by action—he gives Ulrich’s cheek a number of big, humorous kisses while holding his face in his hands. The physical humor coupled with their easy laughter suggests a deep-rooted friendship which has rather surpassed the time period since they were the original Ghostface killers, Billy and Stu.
To many, it seems the reunion has come a long way. The duo has not been featured in a major film together since 1996 remake by Wes Craven which makes it an event of their joint presence at the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ sequel that’s highly anticipated. Their presence was not just a photo opportunity; it was a celebration of true friendship that immediately went viral. Rotten Tomatoes, which posted the video, simply called it, “We are obsessed,” and a multitude of viewers clearly felt the same.
The response was immediate and it consisted of insider jokes and references. One of the most commented ones called them the “First husbands of horror!! Lillard said it and I’m sticking to it!!” The phrase “first husbands of horror” gained widespread acceptance for their affectionately dubbed; it rapidly circulated among the replies. Another user remarked the hilarious return of 90s stars and wrote, “I love how all of my childhood actors are all of a sudden having this HUGE resurgence. Skeet, Matt… Its GLORIOUS!” This sentiment not only reflects a particular cultural moment that sees these actors getting renewed appreciation.
The humor was, of course, a significant factor in the response. Some users focused on the exaggerated love and made comments on it. “Oh to be held and smooched by Matthew Lillard like that 😩,” one user nostalgically stated. Another one was more daring saying, “They have certainly explored each other’s bodies,” which was a humorous reference to their characters’ infamous bond. The jokey atmosphere was permeated the entire comments section anecdote even a user who humorously wrote, “Skeet, you’re gonna make him feel a little woozy again,” was a clever call back to Lillard’s characters in Scream whose dizzy spell is very popular.
Amid the laughs over, however, there was a pretty bare, warm recognition. One comment read, “They both look gorgeous 😍,” and another highlighting, “Such awesome dudes. Met them both and they were so kind and sweet.” The humor, nostalgia, and genuine affection all together set the tone of the comment thread. It was not only about revisiting a particular movie; it was more about celebrating the memory of these actors and the delight they continue to share with each other and the audience.
The video clip is an enchanting marketing tool for the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2′ film, as it links the new horror franchise with an old one. It also points out that some on-screen partnerships are so powerful that they continue to be alive among the audience and the actors’ friendship even after the initial films. The presence of Lillard and Ulrich together on the red carpet, even if just for a quick photo, seems like a gift from the filmmakers to the kids who grew up on ‘Scream’—for the lights of horror history that is still so alive, vibrant, and even kissing.
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Ultimately, it all boils down to this reunion; the movies that have the best relationships always leave their mark on the industry. The chatter about their FNaF 2 collaboration is a surefire indicator that the audience’s attraction to, and thus, the characters and actors has not faded. This is a good indicator of their legendary status and a signal that in Hollywood, the most thrilling frights—and the sweetest friendships—are here to stay forever. Matthew Lillard returns as William Afton in the new film. In his personal life, Matthew Lillard prepares for a Dungeons and Dragons night with his impressive collection. He also recently delivered a heartfelt message to UC Riverside students after a masterclass. Additionally, Matthew Lillard and Isaiah Mustafa faced off in a historic game.