The Nerdist article discusses the viral horror surrounding the limited-edition "Monkey" popcorn bucket being sold at AMC Theatres in conjunction with the upcoming film Longlegs, directed by Osgood Perkins and starring Nicolas Cage. The bucket's unsettling design, featuring a grotesque monkey head, has sparked widespread revulsion and amusement online, with many users expressing their discomfort and jokingly suggesting it belongs in a horror film itself. The article highlights the effectiveness of the bucket's design in generating buzz and contributing to the film's already eerie marketing campaign, which includes mysterious symbols and connections to Stephen King. Ultimately, the article portrays the "Monkey" popcorn bucket as a successful, albeit disturbing, marketing ploy that has amplified the anticipation and horror surrounding Longlegs.

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