Who doesn't love a good horror movie marathon around Halloween? It's the perfect time to revisit great classics of the genre, as well as new releases that keep us up at night. Imagine: you (alone or with someone), a comfy couch, a warm blanket, the lights off, some candles lit, and a good sound system to make the movie even more terrifying... Great plan!
We know there are many subgenres in horror films. Some people like movies about paranormal events, possessions, and evil spirits. Others prefer psychological horror, and other genre lovers are big fans of zombie movies. Serial killers also have their audience. It's a matter of taste! And to give you a choice, take note of this list of the best horror films of all time that we've selected at Energy Sistem.
We're sure we're missing some, or you have a different list. Tell us your favorites in the comments below!
These are probably the most harrowing 121 minutes ever seen in a movie. William Friedkin's classic never gets old. No matter how many times we watch it, it still gives us goosebumps. But did you know the film is based on the novel by William Peter Blatty, which was inspired by a real exorcism that took place in Washington in 1949? We're telling you in case you weren't scared enough watching it, hehe.
Literature and horror cinema are a perfect combination that gives us unforgettable masterpieces. Like "The Shining," the adaptation of Stephen King's novel directed by the genius Stanley Kubrick. A horror film that changed the history of the genre, with revolutionary shots, masterful performances, and a breathtaking setting. It remains a cult favorite and is a must-see for your Halloween horror movie marathon.
Never has a serial killer permeated popular culture as deeply as "Michael," the monster that haunts Jamie Lee Curtis's nightmares on the night of October 31st. John Carpenter's work marked a turning point in the horror genre, and his style is still imitated ad nauseam today. But none is as impressive as the original. Years go by, but the anguish that grips us when we watch it remains as vivid as ever.
Okay, now we're talking big. There are a handful of Alfred Hitchcock works we could include on this list of the best horror films (in fact, we could make a list just for the famed director), but we had to choose one. And who better than the good old Norman Bates to accompany us on Halloween night? By the way, we also recommend "Bates Motel," the series inspired by the film.
The '70s were years of great horror films. What a decade! 1976 gave us one of the great classics of the genre: The Omen. To this day, Damien remains one of the most recognizable characters in cinema (whether you like scary movies or not). It's said that the plot was so controversial that many screenwriters of the time refused to write the film. No wonder!
If the 1970s are essential to understanding the horror genre in cinema, the 1980s are no exception. And it began with a film that gives us goosebumps every minute. A cult film by Peter Medak that tells the story of a music teacher who has lost his wife and daughter in an accident, and who decides to isolate himself in an old mansion with a sinister look. It can't end well! The house hides a terrifying story, and because of it, we're still afraid of dark stairs in the middle of the night.
One of the great masters of the genre, George A. Romero, introduced us to the world of zombies with a masterpiece that hides a much deeper social message than it initially appears. The opening scene in the cemetery is iconic; it won't leave our minds. Who hasn't said, "They're coming for you, Barbara"?
One of the great works of horror cinema, immortal. FW Murnau's classic is always on the list of the best horror films of all time. A key work of German Expressionism, of unique visual beauty. Here's a fun fact: although it's based on Bram Stoker's novel, it was given another name for copyright reasons. The film was nearly lost because the writer's widow obtained a court order to destroy all copies. But some were preserved abroad. Thank goodness!
What are the best horror movies in the history of cinema?
We know there are many subgenres in horror films. Some people like movies about paranormal events, possessions, and evil spirits. Others prefer psychological horror, and other genre lovers are big fans of zombie movies. Serial killers also have their audience. It's a matter of taste! And to give you a choice, take note of this list of the best horror films of all time that we've selected at Energy Sistem.
We're sure we're missing some, or you have a different list. Tell us your favorites in the comments below!
'The Exorcist' (1973)
These are probably the most harrowing 121 minutes ever seen in a movie. William Friedkin's classic never gets old. No matter how many times we watch it, it still gives us goosebumps. But did you know the film is based on the novel by William Peter Blatty, which was inspired by a real exorcism that took place in Washington in 1949? We're telling you in case you weren't scared enough watching it, hehe.
'The Shining' (1980)
Literature and horror cinema are a perfect combination that gives us unforgettable masterpieces. Like "The Shining," the adaptation of Stephen King's novel directed by the genius Stanley Kubrick. A horror film that changed the history of the genre, with revolutionary shots, masterful performances, and a breathtaking setting. It remains a cult favorite and is a must-see for your Halloween horror movie marathon.
'Halloween' (1978)
Never has a serial killer permeated popular culture as deeply as "Michael," the monster that haunts Jamie Lee Curtis's nightmares on the night of October 31st. John Carpenter's work marked a turning point in the horror genre, and his style is still imitated ad nauseam today. But none is as impressive as the original. Years go by, but the anguish that grips us when we watch it remains as vivid as ever.
'Psycho' (1960)
Okay, now we're talking big. There are a handful of Alfred Hitchcock works we could include on this list of the best horror films (in fact, we could make a list just for the famed director), but we had to choose one. And who better than the good old Norman Bates to accompany us on Halloween night? By the way, we also recommend "Bates Motel," the series inspired by the film.
'The Omen' (1976)
The '70s were years of great horror films. What a decade! 1976 gave us one of the great classics of the genre: The Omen. To this day, Damien remains one of the most recognizable characters in cinema (whether you like scary movies or not). It's said that the plot was so controversial that many screenwriters of the time refused to write the film. No wonder!
'At the End of the Staircase' ('The Changeling', 1980)
If the 1970s are essential to understanding the horror genre in cinema, the 1980s are no exception. And it began with a film that gives us goosebumps every minute. A cult film by Peter Medak that tells the story of a music teacher who has lost his wife and daughter in an accident, and who decides to isolate himself in an old mansion with a sinister look. It can't end well! The house hides a terrifying story, and because of it, we're still afraid of dark stairs in the middle of the night.
'Night of the Living Dead' (1968)
One of the great masters of the genre, George A. Romero, introduced us to the world of zombies with a masterpiece that hides a much deeper social message than it initially appears. The opening scene in the cemetery is iconic; it won't leave our minds. Who hasn't said, "They're coming for you, Barbara"?
'Nosferatu the vampire' ('Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens', 1922)
One of the great works of horror cinema, immortal. FW Murnau's classic is always on the list of the best horror films of all time. A key work of German Expressionism, of unique visual beauty. Here's a fun fact: although it's based on Bram Stoker's novel, it was given another name for copyright reasons. The film was nearly lost because the writer's widow obtained a court order to destroy all copies. But some were preserved abroad. Thank goodness!
'Evil Dead' (1981)
The Book of the Dead. Who would even think of reading something like that? Evil possessions, paranormal events, and lots of blood. All this awaits the five friends who star in this horror film, set in the mountains of Tennessee. Evil Dead is a classic that has had remakes, yes, but none surpasses the original. Sam Raimi had already shown off his talent, but with this film, he showed us that you don't need a huge budget to create a terrifying work.
'Hereditary' (2018)
Perhaps the best horror film of recent years. Ari Aster plunges us into a haunting, demonic nightmare, filled with darkness and with an outstanding script. It all begins when the Grahams' grandmother, the matriarch, dies, and her dark secrets begin to emerge. Toni Collette gives us goosebumps with her performance as Annie. Everything about this film is masterful. If you haven't seen it, you already have some homework to do this Halloween.
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