Remember those glorious days where your older siblings trick you into watching a film you thought was a cartoon animation but instead ends up screaming all over the place because it turned out to be a horror film instead? Just classic. It’s time to relive those moments once again, after all Halloween is just around the corner which means it is time for horror film binging. And the said event would not be much of a thrill without these hair-raising reels.
Here are some old horror classics that will keep you awake in the middle of the night:
- The Amityville Horror (1979)
Based from paranormal experiences of Lutz family which was then penned into a book by author Jay Anson, the movie follows the story of a family living at their newly-bought house with a haunting past. Some of the claimed otherworldly activities experienced by the family were bleeding walls, strange stench, screaming voices, and the head of the Lutz family, being possessed by an evil spirit and in turn will seek to murder his wife and children.
- Carrie (1976)
There was a senior prom and a blood-soaked dress. This supernatural horror adapted from Stephen King’s tale is about a bullied teenager with telekinetic powers which later takes a dark turn as she’s had enough of her misfortunes. Several remakes were then made many years later.
- Beetlejuice (1988)
If you’re looking for a lighter and more family-friendly Halloween film, then Beetlejuice would be an agreeable choice. Tim Burton’s film lets you see the story of a recently deceased couple who were stuck haunting their house.
- Sixth Sense (1999)
This paranormal drama had immortalized one of the most popular Halloween movie quotes, “I see dead people”. Is it coming back to you now? This is about a boy who is visited by spirits with unresolved problems and Dr. Malcolm Crowe who is a child psychologist helps uncover the truth of the boy’s supernatural abilities.
- The Shining (1980)
This psychological film is considered by viewers as one of the most disturbing and mind-bogging classic psychological thrillers out there. It told the story of an aspirant writer and a recovering alcoholic who was hired as a caretaker in a remote hotel called overlook hotel for the winter offseason. He brings his wife and son with him. Soon after they were left alone, things started to get daunting.
What other scary films do you think might still frighten you? If you haven’t seen any of the movies from the list then you should try adding them in your to-watch horror film this month. What a perfect way to accompany the chilly breeze of October! Just make sure you’re not alone while watching these movies!
