Horror films depict human nature at its most vulnerable moments. They catch characters off guard in the middle of their everyday lives. Much like the COVID-19 pandemic has to millions of people across the world. Horror filmmakers exploit the underlying of our greatest fears and use our flaws to critique society. As a horror movie buff, I am excited to see the films that will emerge from this pandemic. Surely apocalyptic, infectious, and maybe even zombie films will make a resurgence in the coming years. For now, while we are stuck inside, fearing the outside world, we might as well take a break from real-life dangers and divulge ourselves in fictional fears for an hour and a half. Here is my list of top ten and a few other honorable mentions:
Top 10
1. Nightmare on Elm Street (2010 remake)
2. Dream House
3. The Awakening
4. The Others
5. Sixth Sense
6. The Uninvited
My all-time favorite!
7. One Missed Call
8. Sinister (2012)
9. Insidious Franchise
– Once you watch one, you’re gonna want to grab a handful of snacks and binge-watch the rest!
10. The Conjuring Universe
– Yes, this is what the most famous horror franchise of our day’s fan name is. The Conjuring Universe is like to horror fans what Star Wars is to science-fiction lovers.
If You’re Trying Not to Sleep Tonight
11. Woman in Black (2012)
– It took me 3 days to get through this one because I kept having to turn it off!
12. The Ring (2002)
13. Pet Sematary (1989) and (2019)
-Being a horror fan, I have built up quite a tolerance. It’s hard to scare the hell out of me. Both the original and the remake mess me up for days. I hate watching them, literally. The remake adds a delightful twist to the original story.
Topical for this Pandemic
14. Viral
– Viewer Discretion Advised
15. Contracted and Contracted: Phase 2
16. 28 Days Later (2002)
Some Honorable Mentions
17. Crimson Peak
– The most cinematically stunning horror film I’ve ever seen. Mia Wasikowska wows viewers with another CGI based acting performance.
18. The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
19. A Haunted House (2013) and (2014)
– If you are looking to laugh your way through this pandemic, these will keep you laughing till July.