If you're interested in Supernatural Horror I Highly recommend these 8 movies
Of all the things that may go bump in the night, the supernatural genre is a pretty
expansive subgenre of horror. It can be defined by anything beyond scientific
understanding that�s within the realms of nature; such as psychic encounters or
ghosts.
As recent filmmakers have blurred the gap between Supernatural horrors & thrillers
I�ve decided to focus on movies that rely a little more on momentary shock rather
than a held suspense of events.
Mind you, that doesn�t mean that my selections for this week will by lacking any
suspense, but I�m going to be releasing a thriller based video after this, which
hopefully will exhibit a diverse assortment of films.
And for those of you new to this channel, I try to avoid picking obvious movies, so
The Sixth Sense and the exorcist won�t be appearing. However I will put in a few
popular films, just to keep people happy.
Director J.A. Bayona Mystery dama, The Orphanage (2007)
Follows Laura, a former orphan, who brings her family back to live in an old house,
that used to be the orphanage where she was raised. When her son tells her that he
has 5 new invisible friends, Laura - thinking her son has a rather powerful imagination,
feels inspired to reopen the orphanage to the general public.
A film that takes full advantage of the errieness of small children. The Orphange, in
my opinion is one of the best horror films released in recent years. It�s jarring and
creepy; delivering a continuous suspense filled atmopsphere that doesn�t rely on
contiunus jump scares. The first act of The Orphanage however does feel a little bit
cliche in places, but its second act onwards is brilliant, not to mention it�s well made
sentimental ending.
Director Dario Argento Horror drama - Suspiria (1977)
From the moment she arrives at her new ballet academy in Germany, an American
student realises that there is something horribly wrong with this old institution.
Following a series of bloody murders, she slowly begins to unravel the dark history
of
this mysterious and deadly academy.
With a combination of eerie colourful lights and bizarre imagery, the best way to
describe Suspiria would be a candy coloured night terror that's somehow merged with
an upbeat yet disturbing soundtrack.
Regrettably I�ve only just recently seen this masterpiece, but I can safley say it�s
quickly become one of my all time favorite horrors, with its ridiculously red blood and
quirky plot.
But a warning to some of you, this film is very slow paced and definitely not your
conventional horror, so if you don�t like arthouse-ish movies, I would probably avoid
had just died. After moving to London, a warning from a craized priest - and
mysterious events - leads him to believe that his son could be more than just a child.
Disturbingly bleak and unsettling in places The Omen doesn�t rely on cheap shocks or
gore, instead it gets into your head with perturbing music & sounds, that�s merged
with first rate child acting and a really eerie atmosphere.
It�s tense throughout with a well executed and creative story that has first rate acting
and cinematography. But I wouldn�t exactly describe the Omen as a scary film as some
of its scenes are fairly cheesy by todays standards.
Director Robert Eggers Mystery horror The Witch (2016)
Set in 17th Century New England; a poor couple lives on the outskirts of a dark forest
where they are trying to start a farm with their 5 children. When strange occurances
such as their crops abruptly dying and their newborn son mysteriosiuly disapearing.
The faimly begins to be torn apart by superstition & paranoia.
Easily one of the best horror movies I�ve seen in a while, The Witch is light on jump
scares and very heavy on tension n mood. Its acting is fantastic, where you really do
feel as though you�re actually watching something from the past.
With little to no exposition, some people might find the story to be lacking, but the
Witch feels as though it was made to be more like a pychological drama that a horror.
I wouldn�t call it scary, but it�s incredibly disturbing- where you will definitely be
thinking about it, for a long time after seeing it.
Director Peter Jackson fantasy comedy - The Frighteners (1996)
After a near fatal car accident, a man discovers he is blessed, or cursed, with the
ability to communicate with the dead. With his unique skill he decides to take a change
in vocation and becomes a psychic investigator. But what his clients don�t realise, is
that he�s in control of the spirits, that harass their homes.
One of Peter Jacksons forgotten gems, The Frighteners is a funny yet spooky comedy
that effectivly uses both slapstick and cartoon effects. However it does have a rather
dark and abrupt shift in tone during the second act that might be of putting to some,
who just want to watch a comedy.
With an eccentric and original story The Frightneers has aged fairly well and it�s
definietly worth seeing for it�s great cast and creative use of CGI.
Director Tobe Hoopers Horror thriller Poltergeist (1982)
Follows a successful real estate agent, who lives with his family in one of his firms
development homes. After living there for some time, strange events � and the
presences of what first apears as friendly ghosts- leads to the family being terrorised
by these agressive spirits.
With great special effects and creepy imagery, Poltergeist is easily one of the most
iconic and memorable modern horrors. I think what makes this film so speical is its
ability to make you afriad of your own home, that or been alone with your Tv set.
Sure it�s cheesy in places but that doesnt stop it from been frightening, with it�s
tight
script, smart filming and intense ending. Poltergeist is definitely a must see movie
for
fans of the horror genre.
Director John Carpenters mystery horror, Christine (1983)
When an unpopular teenage nerd spots a run down car for sale. He immediately falls in
love with it wants to buy it. The cars owner informs him that its name is christine
and that it belonged to his dead brother. But what the owner doesn�t tell him is that
Christine is no ordinary automobile.
OK I love John Carpenter and I love Stephen King, so of course, to me, this video
wouldn�t be complete without having Christine in it. OK the general premise of the
film is kinda ludicrous, but it somehow pulls it off, without been too cheesy or
unrealistic.
Christine is still a classic in its own right, where I honestly think it�s slightly
underrated. Furthermore it�s practical effects hold up really well leaving you with this
highly watchable and entertaining horror.
If you're interested in Supernatural Horror I Highly recommend these 8 movies