Halloween is a fun time for all ages. One has the chance to dress up as ones' favorite characters, whether scary or otherwise, and it is a great opportunity to watch one's favorite movies. There have been many horror movies made over the years, perfect for watching around the Halloween season, with something for everyone.
Here are the greatest horror movies, ranked based on their scores on Rotten Tomatoes. This list is based on the site's Top 100 list and is sure to put anyone in the Halloween spirit.
10 The Loved Ones (2012) - 98%
The Loved Ones was directed by Sean Byrne and originally came out in 2009 in Australia before showing in limited theatres around the world by the next year. Known for its straightforward premise and direction, it focuses on a warped interpretation of love.
When Lola Stone, a young high school girl, gets politely rejected by Brent Mitchell in favor of his girlfriend for the prom, things begin to take a turn for the worst. He gets kidnapped by Lola and she throws her own prom in which they are both prom royalty. Things get incredibly violent from there.
9 The Vanishing (Spoorloos) (1988) - 98%
A European horror thriller that came out back in 1988, this movie was heavily praised, thanks to its ability to avoid the usual horror cliches. It was also noted for its unique film structure, which was interesting not just for the horror genre, but for filmmaking in general.
Taking place during a holiday in France, viewers will delve into the psyche of a serial killer, as well as a terrifying mystery that culminates in an astonishing finale.
8 Eyes Without A Face (1960) - 98%
Eyes Without A Face is a horror classic that originally came out back in 1960. It's an incredibly influential film that is known for its poetic direction, from its music to its camera work.
The movie is about a surgeon who goes above and beyond to repair the face of his disfigured daughter. Although the film was somewhat criticized for its straightforward story, it has cemented itself as one of the greatest horror movies to date.
7 Let The Right One In (2008) - 98%
A romantic horror directed by Swedish filmmaker Tomas Alfredson, Let The Right One In is based on a 2004 novel with the same name. It is a film that fits into the vampire genre, however, it is praised for reinvigorating the grouping, thanks to the storytelling, which adds a depth and complexity to the film.
The cinematography, in particular, is praised, as it is able to control the tone of the film. The film is a strong case study on the darker side of humanity and it has gone on to win many awards.
6 The Babadook (2014) - 98%
A psychological horror that was produced in Australia, The Babadook is directed and written by Jennifer Kent, where it received immense critical acclaim. The film was praised for its strong storytelling, as well as its reliance on genuine horror to scare the audience, as opposed to cheap jump scares.
After the death of her husband six years ago, Amelia and her son Samuel finds a mysterious book that turns up at their house. When mysterious and frightening events start to happen around them, things only get worse from there.
5 The Bride Of Frankenstein (1935) - 98%
The Bride Of Frankenstein is a sequel to the 1931 classic, Frankenstein. Arguably considered one of the greatest theatrical sequels of all time, many argue that it even surpasses the original in terms of quality. In fact, the film has become so engrained within pop culture that the bride has gone on to appear in many mediums since.
The movie brought many identifiable hallmarks to the character and is considered to be the masterpiece of director James Whale.
4 King Kong (1933) - 98%
One of the many classic giant monster flicks, there really isn't much to say about King Kong. The original is absolutely legendary, utilizing advanced stop motion in order to make the giant King Kong come to life.
But it wasn't just a movie that focuses strictly on horror, in fact, one of the more revolutionary aspects of the film was how it delved deep into the psychology of the monster, making it all the more heartbreaking when the famous ending happens.
3 Get Out - 98%
One of the most recent horror movies on this list, Get Out is a 2017 psychological horror film directed by Jordan Peele. Focusing on social criticique, the film was praised for its themes and how it subtly presented them within a well-crafted film.
The film is also quite comedic in places, while not being distracting or jarring, and it is full of suspense and strong technical craftmanship, overall.
2 Frankenstein (1931) - 100%
One of the greatest horror classics of all time, Frankenstein starred the legendary actor Boris Karloff, who plays the tragic monster. Telling the story about a mad scientist who hopes to create life itself by stealing dead body parts, it is a thrill that changed the genre forever, along with Dracula.
There are many reasons why the 1931 classic is so beloved by many. It's chilling tone captivated audiences and critics alike, so much so that the films have gone on to spawn off numerous sequels and spin-offs, with the monster's presence still prevalent, today.
1 The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari (Das Cabinet des Dr. Caligari) (1920) - 100%
The last movie on the list is also the only one that is completely silent. The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari is a German silent film that focuses on a hypnotist who uses a somnambulist, or sleepwalker, to commit serial murder.
Committed to its unique directorial style, it plays the silence to its advantage and it is acknowledged as laying the groundwork for cult films that followed and the future of horror and film noir.
September 17, 2020 at 10:00AM
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