List of Horror Films

by | Oct 23, 2023 | Sinister Selections

  1. Jacob’s Ladder (1990):
    • This film follows a Vietnam War veteran who experiences disorienting and horrifying visions as he struggles to maintain his sanity​1​.
  2. Alien (1979):
    • A classic sci-fi horror film where the crew of a commercial spacecraft encounters a deadly alien lifeform, directed by Ridley Scott​2​.
  3. The Exorcist (1973):
    • Directed by William Friedkin, this film tells the terrifying tale of a young girl possessed by a mysterious entity, with her mother seeking the help of two priests to save her​3​.
  4. Scream (1996):
    • A meta-horror film directed by Wes Craven, where a killer terrorizes a small town with a series of murders that reflect horror movie tropes​4​.
  5. Psycho (1960):
    • Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, this film is often regarded as one of the pioneering entries in the psychological horror genre, following the unsettling events at the Bates Motel (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).
  6. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984):
    • Directed by Wes Craven, this film introduces the iconic character Freddy Krueger, who haunts the dreams of teenagers (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).
  7. The Shining (1980):
    • Directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on Stephen King’s novel, this film explores the descent into madness of a caretaker at a secluded hotel (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).
  8. Get Out (2017):
    • A modern horror film directed by Jordan Peele, which delves into racial tensions under the guise of a psychological thriller (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).
  9. Hereditary (2018):
    • Directed by Ari Aster, this film explores the dark secrets of a family’s ancestry which have terrifying consequences for its members (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).
  10. It (2017):
    • Based on Stephen King’s novel, this film follows a group of kids confronting their fears as they face a malevolent entity that takes the form of a clown (mentioned in one of the sources during browsing).

These films offer a glimpse into the diversity and evolution of the horror genre over the years, each with its unique narrative and stylistic approach to terror and suspense.