It’s cold. The air’s piercing bitterness digs into your skin and stays there. A sense of worry and fear trickles down your spine. An ominous darkness grabs onto you and doesn’t let go. Welcome to fall. Granted not in Florida, but in different regions of the world… maybe. Whether it’s due to these bizarre sensations or because Halloween is in a few weeks, it’s a perfect time to appreciate some screams and jumps.
In honor of the spooky season, here are some movies that will make you want to peek your head around your shoulder next time you’re walking down the street alone.
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- The Conjuring Universe – The supernatural, a creepy antique doll, a demonic nun, The Conjuring movies have it all. If you’re looking for a horrifying story based on true events, the cases of Ed and Lorraine Warren have you covered.
- The Blair Witch Project – This found-footage horror follows three college students who venture into the woods and will keep you on the edge of your seat; or push you further down into it.
- The Sixth Sense – “I see dead people,” mutters nine-year-old Cole Sear, his face flushed with terror. A unique, compelling thriller story full of tension and apprehension, this movie is bound to captivate your attention.
- The Ring – After watching a terrifying videotape, you have seven days left to live. Witness the suspenseful mystery yourself but be cautious of the curse.
- Scream Series – Grab some popcorn, recline in your seat, and watch the same characters make the same mistakes. However, after six movies over nearly three decades, the scares don’t get old.
In addition to this list of horror gems, a couple recent productions enhance the genre. While possessing similar elements to the previous five, these films hold bold substance unlike any other.
- Longlegs – An exceptional serial killer movie with outstanding performances, an FBI agent’s case following a deranged serial killer intertwines with her personal life and those around her.
- Speak No Evil – An outlandish psychological thriller, Speak No Evil keeps you guessing, while also reminding you to not accept an invitation to your vacation friends’ home.
Take advantage of the current season and enjoy these films, because before you know it, every channel will be occupied with non-stop showings of Elf. Whether you enjoy watching horror or not, these movies ensure that you’re in for a treat.
